Jennifer Bliss Plays Her Cards Right with Poker Face in $12,500 Golden Ocala 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby 

Ocala, FL – Hunters took the spotlight today for the third Hunter Derby Friday of the 2023 Ocala Summer Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala. Doug Russell (USA) laid the open tracks for the three derbies: $12,500 Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club 3’6”-3’9” Hunter Derby, $10,000 UF Veterinary Hospital USHJA National 3’ Open Hunter Derby and $10,000 USHJA National 3’ Jr/Am Hunter Derby […]Read More

Aaron Vale Scores Third Consecutive Win in $40,000 1.45m Two Phase Special CSI3*

Ocala, FL – International competition resumed early this morning with the $40,000 1.45m Two Phase Special CSI3* during week IV of the 2023 Ocala Summer Series. Thirty top show jumpers were invited to test their abilities over Alan Wade’s (IRL) two-phase track, but it was Aaron Vale (USA) that snagged a third consecutive victory aboard Thinkslikeahorse’s Elusive (Rodrigoo x Capfucino).  Athletes were on their A-game this […]Read More

Tipperary Equestrian Becomes Official Partner of World Equestrian Center

June 30, 2023 – Ocala, FLORIDA – World Equestrian Center is pleased to welcome Tipperary Equestrian to its family of sponsors as an Official Partner. As part of the agreement, Tipperary becomes the ‘Official Helmet and Safety Vest’ of the World Equestrian Center and the brand will have a presence at both the World Equestrian Center – Ocala, Florida and Wilmington, Ohio venues.  “We are excited […]Read More

Luiz Francisco de Azevedo Lands Double Victory in $50,000 UF Veterinary Hospital Grand Prix Qualifier CSI3*

Ocala, FL – A picturesque Florida evening set the stage for the $50,000 UF Veterinary Hospital Grand Prix Qualifier CSI3* during Week IV of the 2023 Ocala Summer Series. Thirty-two esteemed show jumping athletes from ten nations contested a challenging course set by FEI Level IV course designer, Alan Wade (IRL) where just four horse-and-rider combinations managed to find a clear round. Luiz Francisco de […]Read More

VOL II 2023 Equestrian Style: An Authentic American Story Rebecca Ray Designs

Rebecca Ray Designs emerged as Rebecca Smith of Chagrin Falls, Ohio, began individually crafting handbags to find a sense of belonging. As the luxury equestrian brand has expanded, it has grown into its core values of quality and authenticity. Rebecca began her career with an undergraduate degree in political science and constitutional law and a Master’s Degree in Education from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. […]Read More

Stirrups Named Among the World’s Best Restaurants for Wine

June 29, 2023— Stirrups Restaurant has been honored for its outstanding wine program in Wine Spectator’s 2023 Restaurant Awards, which celebrate the world’s best restaurants for wine. After two years committed to wine curation under the joint guidance of Complex Director of Food and Beverage, Jeremy Gow, and Beverage Director and Master Sommelier, Roland Micu, Stirrups Restaurant has won the prestigious Best of Award of […]Read More

What’s Happening this Week at WEC – Ocala

Ocala, FL – World Equestrian Center – Ocala is hosting a variety of equestrian events this week including week IV of the hunter/jumper 2023 Ocala Summer Series and the American Ranch Horse Association 2023 World Show. Food Truck Friday returns this week in the RV Park from 5pm-9pm. Visit the WEC Calendar for additional information about each event. All events are free and open to […]Read More

Jad Dana & Fleur-de-lis’ Cherie Race to Victory in the $40,000 1.45m Speed CSI3*

Ocala, FL – Three-star international show jumping competition took over the WEC Grand Arena once again during the 2023 Ocala Summer Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala with the $40,000 1.45m Speed CSI3*. World-renowned course designer Alan Wade (IRL) set the opening tracks, where Jad Dana (LBN) ran away with the win aboard Fleur-de-lis’ Cherie (Clarimo x Lancer II) owned by The Cherie Group.  […]Read More

World Equestrian Center – Ocala 2023 Summer Series Week III Highlights

Ocala, FL – Week III of the 2023 Ocala Summer Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala featured yet another week of elite hunter/jumper competition. Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) competition continued on Wednesday with Olympic Gold Medalist Will Simpson securing top honors with 5 Rooster’s Whoop De Doo in the $40,000 1.45m Speed CSI3*. Aaron Vale added two international victories to his resume and Lauren Balcomb (AUS) repeated […]Read More

Entries & Stall Reservations for Summer I & II at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington

Wilmington, OHIO – Entries and stall reservations remain open for the World Equestrian Center – Wilmington Summer horse shows. Exhibitors can look forward to elite hunter/jumper competition along with weekly family friendly events, onsite dining and lodging. Summer I & II will run from July 12-23 featuring USEF Regional/Level 3 Jumpers and nearly $100,000 in total prize money and prizes. There are classes available for […]Read More