In 2007 Smokin Aces was shown in The Triple Crown Futurity in WA. Was in the top 5. In 2009 as a two year old Smokin Aces Earned numerous grand championships in amateur halter division, losing only once and recieving a reserve champion award. Smokin Aces won IPHA\'s prestigious Halter Gelding of the Year award in 2009. Also ROM\'ed in amature and open geldings in halter 2009.