Malta, NY – As we approach the final month of the offseason, all eyes turn to the 2015 season at the Great Race Place. When the 2015 season kicks off on April 17th, race fans, drivers and crew members alike will notice some physical changes to the fast, four tenths of a mile Lyle DeVore prepared oval.

The first thing that everyone will notice is the landscaping in front of the ticket area just outside the track’s front gates. The landscaping in front of the ticket area will be redesigned to give the area a newer look. In addition to the landscaping, patrons can expect to see a fresh coat of paint all across the facility. Other facility improvements include improving the public address system and paving certain areas.

On the track the improvements continue as more than 150 truckloads of clay have been added to the already fast racing surface.

“We have added 157 loads of clay to the track,” DeVore said. “This will enable us to not have to depend on the tires to keep drivers out of the infield, there will now be a drop off.”

In November it was announced that the Albany-Saratoga Speedway had been purchased by recent New York State Stock Car Association (NYSSCA) Hall of Fame inductee Howard Commander. Commander announced that DeVore would continue to serve as the track promoter and track manager. The track rose to prominence as a dirt surfaced facility under the guidance of the Richards family and it’s patriarch, the late C.J. Richards. The purchase of the facility from the Richard’s family will ensure racing along Route 9 for seasons to come.

The 2014 season officially comes to a close on Saturday evening, March 7th with the annual awards banquet. The 2014 banquet will be held at the Saratoga/Wilton Elks Club. The 50th Anniversary season opener will take place on Friday evening, April 17th. For more information about Albany-Saratoga Speedway please log on to www.albany-saratogaspeedway.com.