A large crowd gathered this evening in the R+L Arena to watch the $2,500 USHJA National Hunter Derby and enjoy a sumptuous spread of appetizers, sponsored by Dietrich Equine Insurance. Tonight’s Hunter Derby course was designed by Keith J. Bollotte, a course designer with over thirty years of experience in the equestrian industry. Bollotte has designed courses across North America at many top shows, including the […]Read More

Twenty eight beautifully turned out Hunters took to the R&L Arena this evening to contest the $2,500 USHJA National Hunter Derby. The stands were packed with eager spectators waiting to watch the horses and riders take to the Derby course, designed by Bobby Murphy of Lexington, Kentucky. Riders walked the course, planning their paths and getting a feel for handy turns. The jumps were set […]Read More

As week two of the Winter Series of the Midwest comes to a close today, we like to take the time to shine the spotlight on a Junior or Amateur rider who truly stood out throughout the week. This week, we are focusing on two: Amatuer rider Emily Morin and her daughter Junior rider Gabrielle L. Morin of McLean, Virginia. Between them, they have a string […]Read More

An enthusiastic crowd filled the stands this afternoon to cheer on their favorite horses and riders at the $2,500 USHJA National Hunter Derby presented by Antarès Sellier in the R+L Arena where fourteen beautifully turned out horse and rider combinations vied for the win. Course designer Bobby Murphy presented a lovely, flowing course featuring four high option, two bending lines and plenty of space to […]Read More

Entries are now open for the World Equestrian Center Winter Series of the Midwest featuring eighteen weeks of exciting Hunter/Jumper competition in perfect indoor conditions. The prize list is available now online at www.wec.net. Entries are being accepted via www.horseshowing.com and through Equestrian Connect. Reservations for stalls, hay and bedding as well as RV spaces may all be made online at www.horseshowing.com. We encourage early stall reservations! Stalls for showing […]Read More

The focus was on top Hunter Derby competition today at the World Equestrian Center with nearly 100 Hunter Derby rounds to cap off our Invitational week in Wilmington, Ohio. Competition commenced after a beautiful rendition of the National Anthem by Opera singer Erika Walker and a delicious exhibitor breakfast of eggs, bacon, sausage, breakfast potatoes, fruit, and yogurt sponsored by Hallmarq Veterinary Imaging. The Sanctuary arena […]Read More

It was a fantastic week of equestrian sport at the World Equestrian Center Fall Classic. With a sold out horse show, the Hunter and Jumper rings saw plenty of incredible rounds throughout the week, and the entire show grounds was lively with events. Heart Means More took center stage in the Paddock club on Friday night, entertaining the crowd with countless covers from every genre. […]Read More

This sold out week of equestrian sport brought countless Amateur and Junior riders from across the country to the World Equestrian Center for the WEC Fall Classic. As the show comes to a close today, we’d like to recognize a few of our outstanding Juniors/Amateurs and their successes at World Equitation Center this week. Melodie Robitaille took home the blue ribbon this weekend aboard her […]Read More

Jumper action took center stage this evening as a large crowd gathered in the grandstands of the Sanctuary Arena to watch the $7500 Futures Prix 1.30 m and the $25,000 WEC Grand Prix 1.40 m. The Futures Prix started the night off with a course designed by Tucker Williams. A group of 27 international entries contested the track with 10 jumping clear to advance to […]Read More

The World Equestrian Center Magazine Fall 2018 issue is now available online! Click here to read the issue! The Fall issue features passionate articles about all areas of equestrian sport including rider and trainer features, season updates and style news. Our cover story, Elements of Style – Part 1: Hunter Derbies Usher in a New Era of Growth for Equestrian Sports, features stunning photography from […]Read More