A Night of Firsts – Elizabeth Naber & Toussaint Clinch $15,000 USHJA National Open Hunter Derby Win at WEC – Wilmington

Wilmington, Ohio – Winter Classic 5 at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington was full of stunning hunters for World Championship Hunter Rider (WCHR) week. Horse-and-rider combinations gathered for the highlight event Friday evening, the $15,000 USHJA National Open Hunter Derby. It was a night of firsts as Elizabeth Naber claimed the first win of 2025 aboard Judy Miller’s Toussaint (Chacoon Blue x Zalve) in his […]Read More

Amanda Steege and Lafitte De Muze Return Victorious in $20,000 Golden Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby

Ocala, FL – Nearly 90 horse-and-rider combinations competed in the WEC Stadium for the second Hunter Derby Friday of the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series. Canadian course designer Meghan Rawlins crafted beautifully decorated and unique tracks for the three derbies: the $20,000  Golden Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby, the $15,000 UF Veterinary Hospital USHJA National 3′ Open Hunter Derby and the $15,000 USHJA National 3’ Jr/Am Hunter […]Read More

Richard Spooner and Halcon Soar to the Top in the $62,500 Coca-Cola Beverages Florida Grand Prix Qualifier CSI3* 

Ocala, FL – The $62,500 Coca-Cola Beverages Florida Grand Prix Qualifier CSI3* was the highlight of Thursday morning’s action in the WEC Grand Arena. Thirty-three international horse-and-rider pairs, representing nine nations, competed for top honors, but it was Richard Spooner (USA) and Molly Ohrstrom’s Halcon (Con Air 7 x Cardento 993) who emerged victorious.   Ben Townley, an FEI Level III course designer from Great Britain, […]Read More

Luis Sabino Gonçalves and Scoop De Septon Z Shake Things Up in the $75,000 Tequila Scenario Grand Prix

Ocala, FL – The first Grand Prix of the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala electrified the WEC Grand Arena on an unseasonably cool evening, as spectators and exhibitors packed the stands to witness the $75,000 Tequila Scenario Grand Prix. The event culminated in a thrilling 11-horse jump-off, with Luis Sabino Gonçalves (POR) and Sigma Stables LLC’s Scoop De Septon […]Read More

Plot Twist: Hunter Holloway and Story Hour Win the $20,000 Golden Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby 

Ocala, FL – The first Hunter Derby Friday of the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series showcased nearly 70 horse-and-rider combinations in three highly competitive classes: the $20,000  Golden Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby, the $15,000 UF Veterinary Hospital USHJA National 3′ Open Hunter Derby and the $15,000 USHJA National 3’ Jr/Am Hunter Derby.  Canadian course designer Meghan Rawlins crafted elegant, flowing tracks that set the stage for top scores […]Read More

Countdown to the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala 

Ocala, FL – The wait over—the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series is underway! From January 1 to March 23, 2025, exhibitors and spectators will enjoy 12 weeks of premier hunter/jumper competition at World Equestrian Center – Ocala, featuring ten weeks of international competition.   This year’s series brings even more international competition, including the five-star Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Ocala CSI5*-W from February 11-16 and […]Read More

Wilmington Sunday Spotlight: Annie Gerding

Wilmington, Ohio – The final Wilmington Sunday Spotlight of 2024 shines on Annie Gerding of Columbus, Ohio. Despite her busy schedule throughout her time at The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Gerding has never failed to make time for her passion. In her free time, Gerding is a frequent competitor in the Standlee Sanctuary with her horse, RMF Hurrikane, and spends her days […]Read More

Sarah Meier Claims Final $30,000 Grand Prix Win of the 2024 Season at WEC – Wilmington

Wilmington, Ohio – The crowd in the Standlee Sanctuary went quiet Saturday evening as Sarah Meier (USA) entered for the jump-off in the $30,000 Grand Prix of Christmas in the Midwest. Bobby Murphy (USA) designed the final track for 15 athletes that allowed only five to return for the tie breaker. Meier saved the best for last, jumping one of only two double clear efforts […]Read More

Ryan Petronelli & Dash Parr Emerge Victorious in $15,000 USHJA National Open Hunter Derby of Christmas in the Midwest

Wilmington, Ohio – The R+L Arena at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington welcomed 15 polished horse-and-rider combinations for the $15,000 USHJA National Open Hunter Derby of Christmas in the Midwest. Joe Carnicom crafted the tracks that allowed riders to showcase their rideability and brilliance. Ryan Petronelli ultimately emerged victorious to mark the final derby victory of the 2024 show season aboard Jill Mastoloni’s Dash Parr. […]Read More

International Competition Highlights the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala 

Ocala, FL – World Equestrian Center – Ocala is set to deliver an unparalleled Jumping experience during the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series, offering more internationally rated competition than ever before. Running from January 1 through March 23, 2025, the 12-week circuit features 10 weeks of international competition and boasts more than $10 million in prize money.   Highlights for international competitors include three CSI3* weeks, […]Read More