Famous Mixture

 n the modern gamefowl landscape, especially in the Philippines, names like Sonny Lagon (Blue Blade) and Oscar Santibanez are the gold standards for keeping the Joe Goode line alive and winning.

Since you're interested in these modern powerhouses, here is how they manage the Silver vs. Dark dynamic today:

1. Sonny Lagon (Blue Blade Gamefarm)

Cong. Sonny Lagon is famous for his "Machine" lines, but his Blue Blade Joe Goode Greys are legendary for their "off-beat" timing.

• The Strategy: Lagon often uses the Joe Goode Greys as a "balancer." If he has a family of Sweaters that are too aggressive or "suicidal," he crosses them with a Silver Joe Goode. This adds intelligence and timing without losing the speed.

• The "Machine" Cross: You will often hear about the Machine Kelso x Joe Goode Grey cross. This produces a bird that breaks extremely high (from the Kelso) but has the finishing accuracy and "cutting" ability of the Joe Goode.

2. Oscar Santibanez

Based in Texas but world-famous, Santibanez is one of the few who has kept the bloodline remarkably "clean."

• The "Pure" Line: When people want to "refresh" their yard, they often go to Santibanez for pure Joe Goode blood. His birds are known for their athleticism—they are lean, long-winged, and very agile.

• Silver vs. Dark: Santibanez's Greys often lean toward the Silver/Light side. They are prized for their "one-hit" finishing ability in the long-knife derbies (like the World Slasher Cup).

3. Modern Crossing: Silver vs. Dark in the Pit

In 2024–2025, breeders have narrowed down exactly when to use each type:

Feature	The Silver Cross	The Dark Cross
Best Partner	Sweaters or Kelsos	Hatches or Clarets
The Result	A "Flyer" – extreme speed and height.	A "Walloper" – heavy power and grit.
Typical Weapon	Long Knife (Slasher)	Gaff or Short Knife
Fighting IQ	High – dodges and counters.	Aggressive – pushes and dominates.

4. Why they still dominate

The reason Joe Goode's name is still on top after 50 years is "The Cut." Many birds are fast, and many are strong, but the Joe Goode Greys (both Silver and Dark) have a natural instinct to "find the body." They don't just kick air; they are "body seekers" who aim for the vitals.

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Are you following the results from the World Slasher Cup or the Bakbakan derbies? I can look up the most recent winning combinations if you're curious about which specific crosses are taking the trophies lately!