25TH ANNIVERSARY 2021 SALE RESULTS 86 Horses | $703,200 For more information, visit www.vannormansale.com
The 25th annual Van Norman & friends Production Sale was held on September 17 and 18th at the Elko County Fairgrounds. A total of 86 horses sold, with lively competition among telephone, internet, and in-person bidders. Demand was strong across the board making this the highest grossing sale to date. Sale average was $8176. Following on the positive feedback on changes in the structure of the venue last year and because COVID is still a great concern, everything was again held outdoors with the sale ring and auctioneer stand being set up on the racetrack and the sale office being in the parimutuel building. The Star Hotel provided concessions as well as an open-air bar area. The sale kicked off with the national anthem beautifully sung by Marrina Mori and a prayer led by renowned auctioneer, Colonel Steve Friskup of Muleshoe, Texas. Friskup rolled through the 90 horses with his signature style and humor, keeping energy and enthusiasm high throughout the afternoon. He was accompanied by Matt Mori who provided insight and commentary about the horses, riders, and breeding programs represented. Bid spotters Bucke Waite, Justin Morris, and Clint Menchew assisted by phone ringmen Pete Mori, Darci Riggins, Joe Cahill, and Allie Bear along with Katie Colyer(LiveAuctionsTV) on the computer kept Steve on his toes throughout the afternoon. Lot 41: Teles A Secret -2017 Bay Gelding-consigned by Taylor and Millie Wakley of Deeth, NV. Sold to Kriss Costa of Hollister, CA for $30,000
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