Our Consulting Arm, Nicoma Bloodstock

Nicoma Bloodstock was founded in 1979 by Headley Bell, a recognized counselor and advisor to the most accomplished thoroughbred owners and breeders. In an industry where success comes from deep knowledge and a little bit of luck, Nicoma Bloodstock has continued to bring consistent success to clients.

A Long History of Success

Nicoma's early mating success accomplished (2) Arc de Triomphe winners, a Kentucky Oaks winner, and just
since 2005 has seen (19) Grade 1 winners including: (2) Horse of the Year titles - BRICKS AND MORTAR & HAVRE DE GRACE, (2) Kentucky Derby consecutive winners - STREET SENSE & BARBARO, (4) Breeders’ Cup winners, and a back-to-back Sovereign Awards winner.

Just since 2005:

2024 Grade 1 Preakness winner SEIZE THE GREY for JAMM, Ltd.

2024 Grade 1 Belmont Derby winner TRIKARI for George Strawbridge Jr.

2024 Grade 2 Mac Diarmida winner STARTING OVER for George Strawbridge Jr.

2024 Grade 2 Hollywood Turf Cup winner TRULY QUALITY for George Strawbridge Jr.

2024 Grade 2 Dance Smartly winner MOUFFY for George Strawbridge Jr.

2024 Grade 3 Jeff Ruby Steaks winner ENDLESSLY for Jerry and John Amerman

2024 Grade 3 Hurricane Bertie winner RED CARPET READY for Lynn Schiff

2024 Grade 3 Jimmy Durante winner WILL THEN for George Strawbridge Jr.

2024 Grade 3 Lake George winner POUNCE for George Strawbridge Jr.

2024 Grade 3 Red Carpet winner MRS. ASTOR for George Strawbridge Jr.

2024 Bourbonette Oaks winner EVERLAND for George Strawbridge Jr.

2023 Grade 2 Eight Belles winner RED CARPET READY for Lynn B. Schiff

2023 Grade 3 Zuma Beach winner ENDLESSLY for Jerry and John Amerman

2023 Ellis Park Turf Stakes winner MOUFFY for George Strawbridge Jr.

2022 Fern Creek Stakes winner RED CARPET READY for Lynn B. Schiff

2021 Sovereign Award for Outstanding Owner for Live Oak Plantation

2020 Sovereign Award for Outstanding Owner for Live Oak Plantation

2020 Sovereign Award for SOUPER ESCAPE named Champion Older Main-Track Female for Live Oak Plantation

2020 Eclipse Award for Leading Breeder for George Strawbridge Jr.

2019 Eclipse Award for Horse of The Year BRICKS AND MORTAR for George Strawbridge Jr.

2019 Grade 1 Breeders’ Cup Turf winner BRICKS AND MORTAR for George Strawbridge Jr.

2016 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Champion OSCAR PERFORMANCE for Jerry and John Amerman

2011 Eclipse Award for Horse of The Year HAVRE DE GRACE for Nancy Dillman

2008 European Champion Filly RAINBOW VIEW for George Strawbridge Jr.

2007 Grade 1 Kentucky Derby winner STREET SENSE for Gus and Jim Tafel

2006 Eclipse Award for U.S. Champion Two-Year-Old Colt STREET SENSE for Gus and Jim Tafel

2006 Grade 1 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile winner STREET SENSE for Gus and Jim Tafel

2006 Grade 1 Kentucky Derby winner BARBARO for Gretchen and Roy Jackson

2005 Breeders’ Cup Mile Champion ARTIE SCHILLER for Haras de Mezeray

Our record of results has been forged by six generations of horsemen and women who share the dream of producing the highest quality racehorse.

A Bloodstock Agent To Grow Your Portfolio

For over 40 years, Nicoma's client success, integrity, and quality scope of bloodstock agent services stand alone. Providing guidance, we assist in every aspect of your portfolio. We seek to identify and strengthen every link - matings, raising, early training, or trainer selection. Our objective is to enhance your program, whether you are just beginning your portfolio or a seasoned industry figure. Nicoma Bloodstock and Mill Ridge offer sales representation, private purchases, appraisals, matings, consulting, and insurance services.

We look forward to a discussion about your program.