by Craig Andow, director of racing, Colonial Downs

New Kent, VA — Information on late closers for the 2009 season at Colonial Downs are now available at the track’s Web site, www.colonialdowns.com.

The barn area opens on August 27 and training will be available on August 28. The first qualifiers will be held on September 1 (10 a.m.) and 5, while the first draw will take place on September 3.

Stall applications are due August 24 and are on the Web site, as well as other information.

For additional information, contact Craig Andow at Ocean Downs at 410.641.0940.