WILMINGTON, Ohio – January 26, 2023 – For the first time, World Equestrian Center – Wilmington is pleased to introduce the 2024 Summer Schooling Show Series. WEC is thrilled to offer five weeks of affordable horse show opportunities for exhibitors to compete in our state-of-the-art outdoor arenas in classes from the walk-trot to the 1.20m jumpers. Exhibitors can expect the same quality, efficiency and family-friendly environment […]Read More

Wilmington, Ohio – The Standlee Sanctuary welcomed horse-and-athlete combinations for the $10,000 CWD Welcome Stake during the World Equestrian Center – Wilmington Winter Classic 7, where Sam Pegg (CAN) saved the best for last with Formidable Diamant (Diamant De Semilly x Nobel Lady) to take the win. The coming nine-year-old Selle Francais gelding owned by Harlow Investment Enterprises LLC is a particularly special horse to […]Read More

Wilmington, Ohio – The 2024 Winter in the Midwest series at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington continues Wednesday, January 24 with Winter Classic 6. Competition will run through Sunday, January 21 and will feature USEF Premier/Level 4 Jumper competition including the $10,000 CWD Welcome Stake, two $15,000 USHJA National Hunter Derbies, the $10,000 Futures Prix, and the $30,000 Grand Prix. World Equestrian Center Magazine VOL […]Read More

Wilmington, Ohio – Winter Classic 6 at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington featured top hunter/jumper competition from Wednesday, January 17 to Sunday, January 21. The junior riders dominated in the Sanctuary Saturday evening, with Izzy Beisel (USA) taking the win in the $30,000 Grand Prix. Richard Rinehart (USA) piloted his newest mount, Lorstakov (Lordanos x Milena V) to the win in the $10,000 Arion Sellier […]Read More

Wilmington, Ohio – This week’s Wilmington Sunday Spotlight shines on the 10-year-old rider, Max Brown from Monclova, Ohio. The young rider training with Sarah Guidice and Erika Heintschel-Githens has been a frequent competitor at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington with his three ponies, Orchard Hills Bougie, Just My Style and Hotspot in the WEC Medal, the Children’s Pony division and the Large Pony division. Max […]Read More

Wilmington, Ohio – The junior athletes at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington dominated the $30,000 Grand Prix Saturday evening in the Standlee Sanctuary. In a four-horse jump-off, it was Izzy Beisel (USA) that claimed the win with the second of her two mounts, Vegas H (Valentino x Cobrah). Beisel led the way in Joe Carnicom’s (USA) short course with her first horse, Diaz Barbotiere, and […]Read More

Wilmington, Ohio – Friday evening in the R+L Arena showcased 20 top notch horse-and-rider combinations for the $15,000 USHJA National Open Hunter Derby. After a competitive handy round, it was the dynamic duo, Melissa Donnelly and Corlando 49 (Cartani x Olanda I) that came out on top. Having won many derbies in their career together, Donnelly discussed the strict routine that ‘Corey’ follows at every […]Read More

Wilmington, Ohio – Junior rider Amy Krebs picked up right where she left off Thursday afternoon at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington, scoring a one-two finish with her own Jabantos (Carsari Van De Helle x Cassima) and Ike (Spartacus x Twister), respectively, in the $10,000 Premier Equestrian Welcome Stake. Since her win in the $30,000 Grand Prix of Winter Classic 5, Krebs is on a […]Read More

Wilmington, Ohio – Whether visiting for a weekend or an extended stay, World Equestrian Center – Wilmington has accommodations for everyone. With a variety of on-site lodging options, WEC offers convenience and comfort on the showgrounds for riders, trainers, friends, and families. Reservations remain available at The Wilbur Estate, Home-Away-From-Homes, and Cabin Village for the 2024 Winter in the Midwest Series. For those bringing their […]Read More

Wilmington, Ohio – The 2024 Winter in the Midwest series at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington continues Wednesday, January 17 with Winter Classic 6. Competition will run through Sunday, January 21 and will feature USEF Premier/Level 4 Jumper competition including the $10,000 Premier Equestrian Welcome Stake, two $15,000 USHJA National Hunter Derbies, the $10,000 Futures Prix, and the $30,000 Grand Prix. World Equestrian Center Magazine […]Read More