Amanda Steege & Lafitte De Muze Best the Field in the $20,000 WEC Ocala 3’6″-3’9″ Hunter Derby

Week VI of the 2022 Winter Spectacular showcased World Equestrian Center – Ocala’s largest derby Friday to date with more than 130 stunning hunters contesting the $20,000 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby, $15,000 WEC Ocala 3’ Open Hunter Derby, and $15,000 WEC Ocala 3’ Jr/ Am Hunter Derby. Fifty-eight pairs showed under the lights in the WEC Grand Arena this evening over an outstanding course built by […]Read More

Jason and Alisa Berry Sweep Derby Friday at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington

Wilmington, OH – Jason Berry of Jason Berry Stables in Verona, Virginia, and Solitude captured the win in today’s $10,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby 3′ Open against a field of twenty talented hunters over tracks built by Joe Carnicom (USA). Jason Berry rode Solitude for owner Sophia Tabasso and trainer Jonathan D. Martin. Despite presenting like a seasoned professional, today was the young hunter’s first […]Read More

Thomas McDermott & Alpha Activity Shine in the $20,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome Prix

Ocala, FL – Week VI of the 2022 Winter Spectacular Show Series kicked off with the $20,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome Prix. Competition was held in the WEC Stadium where 30 horse-and-rider combinations vied for the win over tracks built by FEI Level III course designer, Joey Rycroft (CAN). Eleven entries navigated a clear first round and six jumped double clear, but it was Thomas McDermott (AUS) […]Read More

Megan Bash and Jackson VDL Crush $10,000 Wilmington Welcome Stake

Wilmington, OHIO – A field of fifteen horse-and-rider combinations contested the $10,000 WEC Welcome Stake this afternoon over a track designed by Robert Barton of San Antonio, Texas. A tight time allowed of 88 seconds caught out several competitors in the first round, with only eight riders advancing to the jump-off round. Six pairs earned double-clear rounds but none could catch Megan Bash (USA) of […]Read More

What’s Happening This Week at WEC – Ocala

World Equestrian Center – Ocala is hosting a full slate of fun, family-friendly events this week including the Brick City Anime Festival, Grandview World Nights Draft show, World Equestrian Center – Ocala’s first ever fashion show and Week VI of the 2022 Winter Spectacular Show Series. Week VI of the 2022 Winter Spectacular Show Series is showcasing the Premier Equitation Cup Championship on Saturday, February […]Read More

What’s Happening at WEC – Ohio Winter Classic 9

We welcome you to Winter in the Midwest’s Winter Classic 9 as we celebrate the love for our horses and the equestrian sport this Valentine’s Day.  Check out what’s happening from amazing vendor deals to feature class action, day spa, restaurants and other amenities to experience this week at Ohio Winter Classic 9. Connect with our Official Photographer Winslow Photography to secure photos with the […]Read More

World Equestrian Center – Ocala Winter Spectacular Week V Highlights

World Equestrian Center – Ocala hosted another exhilarating week of equestrian sport during Week V of the Winter Spectacular Show Series. Peter Petschenig (AUT) and Wannabe CS captured the $75,000 Coca-Cola Beverages Florida Grand Prix win, while Jordan Coyle (IRL) and Ballyoskill Big Bucks took top honors in the $20,000 C. Jarvis Insurance Welcome Prix. Read on for additional highlights from hunter derby Friday, our […]Read More

World Equestrian Center – Ocala Welcomes Antarès Sellier France as an Official Sponsor of the 2022 Winter Spectacular Show Series

OCALA, Florida – February 8, 2022– World Equestrian Center – Ocala is pleased to welcome Antarès Sellier France as an official sponsor of the 12-week 2022 Winter Spectacular Show Series. Antarès Sellier France has been a dedicated sponsor of World Equestrian Center at the Wilmington facility. Exhibitors and guests will be able to visit Antarès Sellier France in vendor row during the 12-week NSBA sanctioned […]Read More

WEC Ocala Sunday Spotlight: Reilly Gogul

Week V’s World Equestrian Center – Ocala’s Sunday Spotlight shines on junior rider, Reilly Gogul of Wilmington, Ohio. Gogul’s love for riding started at an early age. Both of Gogul’s parents have been in the industry for a very long time, her father Jeff Gogul is a renowned professional while her mother is an amateur. At just 16-years-old, Gogul has enjoyed a successful junior career […]Read More

Derek Petersen & Zechariah 3:9 Dash to Victory in the $15,000 WEC Ocala 1.45m Jumper Classic

Week V of the World Equestrian Center – Ocala 2022 Winter Spectacular Show Series closed out with fifteen horse-and-rider combinations vying for the win in the $15,000 WEC Ocala 1.45m Jumper Classic. Five entries managed clear first rounds over the track designed by Peter Grant (CAN). But it was Derek Petersen and his own Zechariah 3:9 (Zirocco Blue x Katrina) who prevailed to take the […]Read More