Broodmare Behindclosedoors dies

The harness racing broodmare Behindclosedoors (Andover Hall) 3,1:53.2f ($589,226), the dam of Sister Sledge 2,1:53.1; 3,1:51.2 ($842,815), has died at the age of 17 at Sergent Stables in Ocala, Fla.

“It’s with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to Behindclosedoors, the mare who truly laid the foundation for Sergent Stables,” said Sergent Stables farm manager Troy Eyler. “As our first broodmare purchase, she started the Sergent Stables’ legacy, and her influence has been felt in so many ways over the years, having produced eight beautiful foals.

“‘Doors’ wasn’t just a great mare—she was part of our family. She was a reliable, steady presence and always welcomed newcomers to the field with grace. Many of those newcomers came from the same bloodline, including Dip Me Hanover and Mezcal Morning—bloodlines we continue to invest in, inspired by the legacy she created.”

Behindclosedoors was a daughter of the Yankee Glide mare Margarita Nights. She was trained by Hall of Famer Chuck Sylvester and finished second in the 2010 Breeders Crown 3-Year-Filly Trot.

Sister Sledge is one of five daughters produced by Behindclosedoors, with all in the broodmare bands of major breeders. Sergent Stables’ broodmare band includes a half sister to Behindclosedoors, the Donato Hanover-sired Mezcal Morning, the dam of 2024 stakes winner Hangover.

by Kathy Parker