Ocala, FL – World Equestrian Center – Ocala was filled with buzz this evening as people packed the stands to watch the highlight event of the week, the $100,000 Hampton Green Farm National Grand Prix. FEI Level III course designer, Joey Rycroft (CAN) crafted the intricate track where 13 found the key to a clear first round. The competitive jump-off field was no match for […]Read More
Wilmington, OHIO – A field of twenty-six horse and rider combinations showcased their dynamic jumping abilities in this evening’s $25,000 WEC Grand Prix, sponsored by Vitalize®. Bobby Murphy (USA) set the technical track that challenged competitors, and allowed just five pairs to qualify for the jump-off. During the course walk, Abrahamson designed a plan for her winning ride on Vancouver (Valentino x Cocco). “This course […]Read More
Ocala, FL – Stunning hunters shined once again during this week’s World Equestrian Center – Ocala Hunter Derby Friday. Nearly 70 hunter partnerships competed in the $12,500 WEC Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby, $10,000 WEC Ocala 3’ Open Hunter Derby and $10,000 WEC Ocala 3’ Jr/Am Hunter Derby, over tracks built by Canadian course designer, Peter Grant. The forward tracks featured a stunning hedge obstacle and […]Read More
Sunny skies set a picturesque backdrop for a day of Hunter Derby classes at World Equestrian Center. Over forty horse-and-rider combinations challenged Bobby Murphy’s elegantly designed courses in the $10,000 WEC Hunter Derby 3’ Open and WEC Hunter Derby 3’ Non Pro which featured lush jumps and several options for riders to show off their horse’s natural abilities. Colleen Holton and her own Udefix (Uccello […]Read More
Wilmington, OH – The first leg of the World Equestrian Center Ohio sizzling summer series kicked off this afternoon in the Sanctuary arena, featuring the $5,000 World Equestrian Center Welcome Stake 1.35m. Twenty-nine sporty jumpers set the pace for the week by galloping the creative tracks, designed by Bobby Murphy of Lexington, Kentucky. Seven pairs went clear to qualify for the short course. Kady Abrahamson […]Read More
Ocala, FL – National show jumping resumed early this morning at World Equestrian Center – Ocala with the $30,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome Prix. Forty-six horse-and-rider combinations representing 11 countries set out to contest FEI Level III course designer, Joey Rycroft’s (CAN) intricate track. Edging ahead of the pack as the fastest of 13 double-clears, Santiago Lambre (BRA) scored his second consecutive Welcome Prix victory, […]Read More
World Equestrian Center – Ocala is showcasing multiple equestrian disciplines this week including World Equestrian Center – Ocala’s 2022 USEF Summer Series hunter/jumper competition and the American Ranch Horse Association World Championship Show. Both events are free and open to the public to spectate. The American Ranch Horse Association World Championship Show will be held from July 14-23 in Arena 5. The ARHA Championship Show […]Read More
What’s Happening at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington This week WEC welcomes exhibitors and the public to the OH Summer 1 USEF “Regional 1 (B)” Level 3 horse show July 13-17. From feature class action to after-hours family-friendly events as well as shopping, day spa and other amenities, WEC has it all! Entertainment Each week WEC hosts fun and family-friendly after-hours events for our exhibitors, […]Read More
Ocala, FL – Week V of World Equestrian Center – Ocala’s 2022 USEF Summer Series showcased another elite week of national competition. Santiago Lambre continued this successful streak snagging two feature class wins in the $30,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome Prix and $10,000 1.40m Jumper Classic. Read on for additional highlights from the week including the $100,000 Coors Light National Grand Prix, hunter derby Friday […]Read More
For Immediate Release Vitalize® Joins WEC Ohio Family of Sponsors, Launches Blazin’ Fastest Four-Faulter Award WILMINGTON, Ohio – July 11, 2022 – World Equestrian Center welcomes Vitalize® to its family of official sponsors at its flagship Wilmington, Ohio, venue. Vitalize® is a line of supplements for horses and dogs designed to improve digestive health and gut integrity, keeping your animal healthy and performing. “We are […]Read More
