“I respect the investment that each owner has in running a horse at Louisiana Downs,” said Preston.

Preston is highly committed to increasing purses and maintaining the safest track surfaces. Improvements on the backside have been made, including a new toteboard, security gate, foliage and signage. He has been very active in talking with horsemen and understanding their needs. The personable and outgoing Preston has wasted no time in learning more about horse racing. Kevin Preston, who has over 30-years of experience in the casino industry is president of Louisiana Downs and is committed to integrating the racetrack and onsite and casino into one entity. The Bossier City racetrack just completed its annual Quarter Horse meet on April 6 under new ownership. The 84-day live racing season will run four continuous days with a post time of 3:05 pm (Central) through Tuesday, September 27. Live Racing Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday Through September 27īossier City, LA – The 2022 Thoroughbred racing season at Louisiana Downs will commence on Saturday, May 7.