VILLA VALENCIA, the dam of our Northern Meteor colt, is a simple two word statement meaning "the House of Valencia".
Valencia is a region on the Orange Blossom Coast of the country of Spain in the Northern Hemisphere.
Founded in 138 BC by the Romans, the Latin interpretation of Valencia is Strength / Valour.
Apart from their "oranges" Valencia is the home of Valencia CF (Club of Football) , one of the most successful soccer clubs in Europe. It's a member of the G14, the elite 14 clubs of Europe. They have won countless titles in European Football.
Valencia are not only one of Europe's most famous clubs, but the worlds
Valencia CF are one of the most supported clubs in Europe with over 50,000 financial supporters.
Since 1923 the home of Valencia CF has been MESTALLA Stadium. A current 55,000 seat stadium currently being renovated to increase its capacity to a 75,000 seat stadium.
MESTALLA Stadium is renowned for its intimidatory presence due to its steep terraces.
Our Northern Meteor - Villa Valencia colt has been named MESTALLA
For locals and supporters of Valencia CF, MESTALLA Stadium is considered the most important landmark in the region. It's their spiritual home !
Since Valencia (meaning Strength / Valour) is in Spain which is obviously situated in the Northern Hemisphere and the most important Landmark of Valencia is the Home of their highly successful Valencia CF soccer team, MESTALLA Stadium, then it was clearly logical that the most obvious name for our Northern Meteor / Villa Valencia colt simply had to be MESTALLA.
MESTALLA is the home of Valencia Football
Racing NSW approved and registered the name MESTALLA for Team Dynamic.
It should only a matter of a few days before MESTALLA, the highly promising Chris Waller trained 2yo colt will be nominated for its first trial. We are all excited about this as the colt is showing real talent as racing prospect. It's no surprise since he did breeze up in a very slick 10.63 secs for 200m and Chris Waller has stated on video how pleased he is with he colt and his continued progress.
With only 15% remaining (3 x 5% shares or 1 x 10% &1 x 5% shares), the owners will be seeing their colt zip along very soon. He is being set for black type 2yo races over the carnival such is the opinion of his trainer and connections.
With such a great name as MESTALLA, this colt is already a winner !