Rachel Schnurr and Crislin Van Den Bosrand Z Top the $15,000 Buckeye Nutrition Futures Prix

Ocala, FL – The $15,000 Buckeye Nutrition Futures Prix was the highlight event of the afternoon as a field of aspiring horse-and-rider combinations vied for top honors over tracks built by Colm Quinn (IRL). Rachel Schnurr (CAN) claimed the victory aboard Lauren MacMillan’s Crislin Van Den Bosrand Z (Carambole x Ikarla Ban Den Bosrand) with a lightning-fast performance in the jump-off.  A total of 12 […]Read More

WEC – Ocala Welcomes First International Competition to New Dedicated Dressage Facilities

Enhancements continue to support growing dressage community at WEC – Ocala  February 17, 2024 – Ocala, FL – As the first CDI of the 2024 show season is underway, exciting developments are progressing at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) to enhance the experience for dressage competitors. With an increase in dressage shows for 2024, which are sponsored by Hampton Green Farm and Discover Dressage, as well as creating […]Read More

Anna Marek and Fayvel Produce Grand Prix Win at World Equestrian Center February Dressage CDI3*

February 16, 2024 – Ocala, FL – Competition for the World Equestrian Center (WEC) February Dressage CDI3* sponsored by Hampton Green Farm and Discover Dressage continued on Friday, February 16, 2024, at WEC – Ocala with a grand prix win for Anna Marek (USA) as well as repeat victories for Julio Mendoza Loor (ECU) and Quinn Iverson (USA). Hosting Fédération Equestre International (FEI) and USEF/USDF-rated classes, WEC February Dressage CDI3* […]Read More

Samantha Schaefer and In The Know Dominate the $20,000 Golden Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby 

Ocala, FL – Ninety impressive hunters convened at Hunter 1 for the seventh Hunter Derby Friday of the 2024 Winter Spectacular Show Series. Keith Bollotte crafted the tracks for three competitive derbies: the $20,000 Golden Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby, the $15,000 UF Veterinary Hospital 3’ USHJA National 3’ Open Hunter Derby, and the $15,000 USHJA National 3’ Jr/Am Hunter Derby, providing athletes with a platform […]Read More

Melissa Donnelly Masters the $15,000 USHJA National Open Hunter Derby of WEC – Wilmington Winter Classic 10

Wilmington, Ohio – Nineteen combinations met to contest Scott Alder’s (USA) tracks in the $15,000 USHJA National Open Hunter Derby, but it was Melissa Donnelly that impressed with two consistent trips aboard Elizabeth Becker’s Cinda (VDL Douglas x What Pride) to take the win. Donnelly also rounded out the top three with Becker’s Corlando 49. The night proved special for Donnelly, “It has been a […]Read More

Emilie Conter Secures Second Win of the Week in $15,000 1.45m Two Phase Special CSI3*

Ocala, FL – The $15,000 1.45m Two Phase Special was the highlight Jumping event of the afternoon as a field of international horse-and-rider combinations put forth their best efforts over a two-phase track built by Colm Quinn (IRL). Emilie Conter (BEL) clinched her second victory of the week, piloting Stephex Stables’ Cilanto XC Z (Chellsini Z x Quintus). Fresh off her Wednesday triumph in the […]Read More

8th Annual Furball Hosts Live Auction to Raise Funds for Animals in Marion County

By: VOCAL When the doors of the 8th Annual VOCAL Furball open at 6pm on Friday, February 23, 2024, at World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC), guests will enjoy an evening focused on helping animals in Marion County. The annual gala is the main fundraiser for VOCAL. The goal for 2024 is $150,000. This year’s theme, “Paws and Pearls,” reflects the four-legged animals served by the […]Read More

Ireland’s Tom Wachman Steals the Win in $35,000 Coca-Cola Beverages Florida Grand Prix Qualifier CSI3*

Ocala, FL – International competition resumed on Thursday night under the lights in the WEC Grand Arena as 41 of the world’s best athletes representing 11 different nations vied for the lion’s share of the prize money in the $35,000 Coca-Cola Beverages Florida Grand Prix Qualifier CSI3*. The youngest athlete in the field, Tom Wachman of Ireland, saved the best for last, and clinched the […]Read More

Mendoza Loor Returns to Winner’s Circle at World Equestrian Center February Dressage CDI3*

February 15, 2024 – Ocala, FL – The World Equestrian Center (WEC) February Dressage CDI3* sponsored by Hampton Green Farm and Discover Dressage held the first classes of competition on Thursday, February 15, 2024, and saw 2023 Pan American Games individual gold medalists Julio Mendoza Loor (ECU) and Jewel’s Goldstrike return to the winner’s circle in their first competitive outing since the championship. Young professional Quinn Iverson (USA) was victorious […]Read More

Amy Krebs Stands Alone in the $10,000 Welcome Stake of WEC – Wilmington Winter Classic 10

Wilmington, Ohio – Amy Krebs (USA) stood alone as the only clear effort in the $10,000 Welcome Stake of World Equestrian Center – Wilmington Winter Classic 10. Not only did the junior rider take top honors with Avanti Sporthorses LLC’s Hey Alexa (Elvis Ter Putte x Grenache VD Merrihoeve), but also second place with her top mount Jabantos (Corsari Van De Helle x Cassima). With […]Read More