Ireland’s Kevin McCarthy & Catch a Star HSS Prove Unbeatable in $30,000 WEC Wilmington Grand Prix

It was an exciting week of feature classes at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington during the second leg of the Winter Classic Series. Today the Sanctuary arena was filled with spectators and fans alike as they cheered on more than thirty equine athletes and their riders in the $10,000 Futures Prix 1.30-1.35m and the $30,000 Grand Prix 1.40-1.45m.  Tonight’s $30,000 Grand Prix exhibitors brought the […]Read More

Holzer Tops World Cup Freestyle at World Equestrian Center Dressage V

Ocala, Fla. – December 10, 2021 – Horses and riders took to the ring under the lights in the Grand Prix Freestyle CDI-W in the World Equestrian Center Dressage V show on Friday, December 10, 2021, at the World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) in Florida. Ashley Holzer (USA) and Havanna 145 took the win in the class, their fourth straight victory in CDI competition […]Read More

Dorothy Douglas & MTM Lolah LOL Hunt to Victory in the $12,500 WEC Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby

Another Derby Friday has commenced at World Equestrian Center – Ocala in Hunter 1 as forty-five stunning hunters vied for the win in the $12,500 WEC Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby and $10,000 WEC Ocala 3’ Hunter Derby. Doug Russel designed the natural tracks that featured an abundance of inviting obstacles with three high options. Thirteen gorgeous horse-and-rider combinations took to Hunter 1 this afternoon to […]Read More

All In and Tammy Provost Conquer $5,000 WEC Hunter Derby 3′ – Open

Thirty-two elegant hunters took to the World Equestrian Center R+L arena to contest the $5,000 WEC Hunter Derby 3′ – Open and $5,000 WEC Hunter Derby 3′ – Non Pro. The course for today’s classes was transformed into a winter wonderland. Snow covered trees, oversized gifts and beautiful greenery covered the arena.  Today’s $5,000 WEC Hunter Derby 3′ – Open was a field of sixteen […]Read More

Holzer & Howington Win Opening Grand Prix Classes at World Equestrian Center – Ocala Dressage V

Ocala, Fla. – December 9, 2021 – The World Equestrian Center Dressage V CDI-W began with two international-level grand prix classes on Thursday, December 9, 2021, at the World Equestrian Center – Ocala in Florida. Ashley Holzer (USA) and Havanna 145 took the top spot in the Grand Prix to Freestyle CDI-W, while Jessica Howington (USA) and Cavalia won the Grand Prix to Special or […]Read More

Catch A Star HSS & Kevin McCarthy Shine with Second Consecutive $10,000 WEC Wilmington Welcome Stake Win

Ten horse-and-rider combinations took to the Sanctuary arena for World Equestrian Center – Wilmington’s $10,000 Welcome Stake 1.35m. Five riders and their mounts advanced to the jump off with just three riding double clear in the final round. Ireland’s Kevin McCarthy and his own Catch A Star HSS (Sheraton x Tolinda) prevailed in round one, finishing 73.811 seconds. The pair advanced to the jump-off in […]Read More

Back-to-Back Wins for Will Simpson & Whoop De Doo in $15,000 WEC Ocala Welcome Prix

Forty-three competitive horse-and-rider combinations took to the WEC Grand Arena this morning to contest the $15,000 WEC Ocala Welcome Prix. FEI Level IV course designer, Bernardo Costa Cabral of Portugal designed the winding tracks that featured multiple new fences including the gorgeous Ethel M. Chocolates vertical and Buckeye Nutrition vertical. The tight time allowed of 77 seconds caught many riders throughout the class, but 17 […]Read More

World Equestrian Center – Ocala Welcomes LifeForce Healthcare, LLC for On-Call Primary Care Service

World Equestrian Center – Ocala would like to welcome LifeForce Healthcare, LLC as the facility’s personal on-call primary care service. LifeForce Healthcare will be available to the venue’s exhibitors, visitors and guests for on-call medical provider visits at and around the World Equestrian Center – Ocala facility. LifeForce Healthcare is a family-owned and operated medical practice that provides on-call primary care services to patients. LifeForce […]Read More

What’s Happening at WEC – Ohio Winter Classic 2

World Equestrian Center – Wilmington welcomes you to the second week of the Winter in the Midwest horse show circuit. This month our facility host’s three weeks of consecutive indoor hunter/jumper competition just in time for the holidays. Our premier climate-controlled equestrian facility has been transformed into a winter oasis with stunning holiday décor. Get into the holiday spirit while you enjoy the many festive […]Read More

Liberty Trainer Sylvia Zerbini and the Grande Liberté Horses to Enchant Audiences during Holiday Performances

World-class equine liberty trainer Sylvia Zerbini is no stranger to performance. She and her stunning team of Andalusian and Arabian horses have wowed audiences all over the world by performing an awe-inspiring, choreographed “equine ballet” where she expertly guides up to 17 loose horses all together through a series of synchronized movements and impressive routines. She has brought the splendor of her act all over […]Read More