Yearling buyers who participate in Indiana - and those who buy for other programs - will have a new sale on the calendar this fall thanks to the launch

of the Indiana Premier Yearling Sale. The sale, which will be overseen by the Lexington Selected Yearling Sales Co., is set for September 23 and 24 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis.

"We're excited about the new venture and setting up shop in Indiana as the racetracks and sire stakes there are certainly headed in the right direction," said sale manager Randy Manges. "We've already received firm commitments from several major breeders in the Midwest, and everything's in place."

Midland Acres, Victory Hill Farm and Steiner Stock Farm are already in the initial catalogue with impressive consignments.

"What's really great about the sale this first year is that we've got some fabulous up-and-coming sires with first crops set to debut this fall,” Manges added. “Jailhouse Jesse, Always A Virgin, Justice Hall and Sand Shooter all had outstanding initial Indiana books, and we're looking forward to selling those foals. Buyers are going to be impressed with what they see.”

The sale starts on the Friday after the Little Brown Jug.

"We're definitely planning daytime sessions, with a morning start time to be determined, as we know owners and trainers will need to get to Indiana Downs for their 6:55 post time," Manges added.

The sale is currently accepting entries and will do so until its April 15 deadline.

Consignors planning to enter or wanting more information are asked to call (859) 255-8431, fax (859) 255-0302 or email Lexington Selected at [email protected].