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First-time Starters on December 16

At Zia Park on December 16, Myfavoriteholiday, a first-time starting 3-year-old filly by Uncle Mo, makes her debut. She is out of Grade 3 winner Holiday Disguise and will compete in a maiden special weight over 5 1/2 furlongs on dirt. With a morning line of 2-1 and racing for the partnership of Mike Abraham and Leslie & Pierre J. Amestoy Jr., she is one to watch.

Another notable first-timer is Striking Notes at Zia Park on December 17. This 2-year-old Mendelssohn filly is a half-sister to Grade 3 winner Stryker Phd. Trained by Todd Fincher and ridden by Irwin Rosendo, she is listed at 12-1 for owner HX3 Incorporated and will race in a maiden special weight at six furlongs on dirt.

Second-time Starters on December 16

Aviso makes her second career start in Fair Grounds race 3 on December 16. The 2-year-old Hightail filly is out of Grade 1 winner Off the Road. After a seventh-place finish on October 25 at Belterra Park, she is now returning to try the same surface and 1 1/16-mile distance as a 6-1 shot for Calumet Farm.

Rogue Justice also makes his second start in Zia Park race 2 on December 17. This 2-year-old Constitution colt is out of Subtlety (G3). Trained by an unknown trainer and ridden by an unknown jockey, he will be looking to improve in his second outing.

Third-time Starters on December 18

Nicole's Journey makes her third start in Penn National race 4 on December 18. This 3-year-old filly by Arrogate is out of Beer Baroness. With a top sibling in Ria Antonia (G1), she is aiming to continue her upward trajectory in the racing world.

Josie's Girl makes her third start in Turfway Park race 6 on December 18. The 2-year-old Bernardini filly is out of Kite Beach. Trained by an unknown trainer and ridden by an unknown jockey, she will be looking to build on her previous performances.

Other Notable Races

Throughout the week, there are many other races featuring promising young horses. From 2-year-old colts and fillies to 3-year-olds, each race offers a chance to see the next big thing in horse racing. Whether it's on dirt or turf, these horses are ready to make their mark.

Check out more youngsters who meet the Prospect Watch criteria below and stay tuned for more exciting races in the coming weeks.