We are excited to offer breedings to Sugarland's Checkmate, a true black herd sire who represents the future of excellence in alpaca breeding. With an impeccable pedigree and a proven track record in the show ring, Checkmate is the full package—genetics, fleece quality, and championship success. Checkmate is the first-born son of Sugarland's Challenger, the 2019 AOA National Supreme Champion Male. Checkmate shines as an excellent example of his powerful pedigree demonstrating his own exceptional qualities and remarkable fleece. He carries the powerful, black genetics of his sire and the fineness and crimp of his dam, Lady Middleton, an Elite Maximus daughter. His true black fleece stands out for its incredible density, fine handle, long staple, and the stunning crimp style that runs from his top knot to his toes. Checkmate's fleece is a testament to his exceptional breeding. He combines the extraordinary crimp, fineness, and density that are hallmarks of his lineage. Judges consistently praise the consistency and quality of his fleece, making him a standout in every show he enters. His fine black fleece is not only visually striking but also a joy to handle, with a softness and structure that will enhance any breeding program. With 8 championships under his belt, including the prestigious 2022 Futurity Color Championship, Checkmate has proven himself time and again in the competitive world of alpaca shows. His ability to stand out in such a competitive field speaks volumes about his quality. Checkmate’s wins reflect the combination of his strong frame, excellent fleece, and great show presence. Checkmate’s dam, Lady Middleton, an Elite Maximus female, certainly passed on her exceptional fineness and impeccable fleece structure to her offspring ensuring that Checkmate continues the legacy of elite alpacas with his own unique black fleece. Checkmate represents the very best of black alpaca breeding. With his remarkable fleece, elite genetics, and proven success in the show ring, he is an ideal herdsire to improve the quality of any herd. Whether you’re looking to produce top-quality black offspring or elevate fleece quality across your herd, Checkmate is the sire you’ve been waiting for. Checkmate's crias have started to arrive and we LOVE what we are seeing!