Green is confident at “favorite” track

Eddyville, Ky. – Mark Green will attempt to continue his string of impressive finishes in the #23 Vassarette Chevrolet on Friday in Richmond, Va.

Green, who came on board with Keith Coleman Racing (KCR) on a interim basis before the Phoenix, Ariz. race, has finished 22nd, 11th and 22nd respectively in the last three weeks. In that time, the team has gained several positions in the all important owner’s points standings. More importantly, the team has gained nearly 200 points on the 30th place team, which is the final place team to be guaranteed a starting sport.

“It’s what we are working toward,” said Green, referring to the team’s march on a top-30 standing. “The one thing we’ve needed to work on over the last three weeks is making the car drive better. We’ve had to go with qualifying setups and that hurts the handling during the race. If you know you’re in you can go with a race setup but we can’t take that chance right now.”

Green will be one of 17 drivers attempting to qualify on time for the 12 non-guaranteed positions. While he is respectful of the challenge, he’s also looking forward to racing under the lights at Richmond.

“It’s my favorite track,” said Green. “Since it is the only three-quarter mile track it’s unique. You can rub and push a little without getting into trouble and you can run high or low. I just love racing here and I can’t wait until Friday.”

The first practice will be on Friday morning at 9:30 followed by qualifying at 3:30 p.m. The Funai 250 will take place later that evening at 8:05. Qualifying will be carried on Speed and the race will air on FX. All times are eastern.