Kama Godek & Lady Stakkata Clinch $30,000 Kentucky Performance Products Grand Prix at Winter Classic 3

The $30,000 Kentucky Performance Products Grand Prix took center stage Saturday evening at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington Winter Classic 3. Canada’s Michael Pegg built the technical first-round track where seven combinations of 20 jumped clear to return for the jump-off.  In the end, Kama Godek (USA) led the victory gallop with her own Lady Stakkata (Stakkato x Lady Levisto 2). Sam Pegg (CAN) led […]Read More

Marek and Fayvel Add Second Win at WEC December Dressage

December 14, 2024 – Ocala, FL – Anna Marek (USA) rode Cynthia Davila’s Fayvel to a second victory during the WEC December Dressage CDI-W presented by Hampton Green Farms at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) on Saturday, December 14, 2024. Marek and Fayvel led the Grand Prix Special CDI3* with a score of 71.213%. Kevin Kohmann (USA) and Giulietta, a 13-year-old Dutch Warmblood mare by Bordeaux […]Read More

Double Helix Victories for Lyle at World Equestrian Center – Ocala December Dressage CDI-W Show

December 13, 2024 – Ocala, FL – U.S. Olympians Adrienne Lyle and Helix added a second victory for the week to their tally as they led the way in the Grand Prix Freestyle CDI-W, presented by MARS Equestrian™ on Friday, December 13, 2024, at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) during the December Dressage CDI-W presented by Hampton Green Farms. It was a solid win for the […]Read More

Greg Crolick & Kingweis WV Shine in $15,000 OSU Galbreath Equine USHJA National Hunter Derby at Winter Classic 3

Wilmington, Ohio – The R+L Arena at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington was decorated as a winter wonderland for a group of 27 esteemed hunter athletes for the $15,000 Ohio State Galbreath Equine Center USHJA National Open Hunter Derby with tracks designed by Bobby Murphy. Ultimately, the arena went silent for Greg Crolick and his superstar addition to the barn, Kingweis WV (Golden Star WV […]Read More

Erica Quinn and Magic In The Making Conjure Victory at the $12,500 Golden Ocala Hunter Derby

Ocala, FL – The final Hunter Derby Friday of 2024 brought a stunning lineup of Hunters to the WEC Stadium once again, featuring three derbies: the $12,500 Golden Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby, the $10,000 UF Veterinary Hospital USHJA National 3’ Open Hunter Derby, and the $10,000 USHJA National 3’ Jr/Am Hunter Derby. Tucker Williams designed the flowing courses where horses showcased their style. Erica Quinn, from Wellington, Florida, claimed […]Read More

Strong Performances Highlight Opening Day at World Equestrian Center – Ocala December Dressage CDI-W Show

Ocala, FL – The final dressage show of 2024 at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) opened on Thursday, December 12, at the December Dressage CDI-W presented by Hampton Green Farms. Three CDI classes were featured on the day’s schedule with familiar faces leading the victory gallops. U.S. Olympic team silver medalist Adrienne Lyle (USA) led the 15-entry strong Grand Prix for Freestyle CDI-W class riding […]Read More

World Equestrian Center Magazine VOL IV 2024 Out Now

We close out an extraordinary 2024 honored to be named one of TIME’s World’s Greatest Places and in gratitude for the many wonderful individuals that live their dreams and passions at World Equestrian Center (WEC). In this special edition, we discover the 10 Greatest Things at WEC – Ocala and share the stories of dedicated exhibitors that spent their horse show season at our award-winning […]Read More

Experience Premier Hospitality at the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series

Ocala, FL – World Equestrian Center – Ocala is proud to unveil an exceptional lineup of hospitality experiences during the 2025 Winter Spectacular Show Series, running from January 1 through March 23, 2025. Promising guests an unforgettable way to enjoy world-class equestrian competition, these offerings include fine dining under the lights and lively afterparties.  Pre-Event Entertainment in the Grand Plaza Start your Saturday evenings with […]Read More

Tracy Fenney and MTM Apple Snag the $50,000 YETI National Grand Prix Victory

Ocala, FL – Sunday afternoon, the WEC Grand Arena at World Equestrian Center – Ocala hosted the $50,000 YETI National Grand Prix, where 23 horse-and-rider combinations competed for the win. In the end, it was Tracy Fenney (USA) aboard the famous MTM Apple (Favorit Ask x Kong’s Whopsie) who claimed victory.   Catsy Cruz (MEX) designed a challenging course to wrap up Week I of the […]Read More

Wilmington Sunday Spotlight: Gracie Folger

Wilmington, Ohio – This week’s Wilmington Sunday Spotlight shines on the 12-year-old rider, Gracie Folger of Chagrin Falls, Ohio. Since learning to ride right in her backyard, Gracie is consistently in the winner’s circle with her string of young ponies at WEC – Wilmington. We caught up with Gracie after her second-place finish in the $1,500 USHJA Pony Hunter Derby aboard her tried-and-true small pony, […]Read More