This week’s Sunday Spotlight lands on Keely O’Hara, an Amateur Jumper rider with plenty of talent and a deep love for equestrian sport and her horses. Keely has been riding for as long as she can remember, with her family’s roots planted deep in the horse industry. “My Mom owns a farm,” Keely explains, “She’s a third generation horsewoman, so I think it is just […]Read More
Ireland’s Kevin McCarthy and Catch A Star HSS raced to the win in this evening’s thrilling $5,000 Welcome Stake 1.35 m sponsored by CWD. Each horse and rider pair were on their “A game” tonight, with all of the 8 entries that made it to the jump off jumping double clear. This evening’s course, designed by Keith J. Bollotte, saw entries attempting 14 efforts in a […]Read More
This week’s Featured Find comes to us from Chagrin Falls, Ohio, merging the latest fashion with classic equestrian style. Chagrin Saddlery offers customers a unique shopping experience, outfitting riders in trendy yet traditional looks tailored to their specific taste. Dana Miller, owner of Chagrin Saddlery and Ali Troyan, Mobile Manager and face of Chagrin Saddlery at World Equestrian Center, took the time to tell us […]Read More
This morning brought stunning Hunter action to the Sanctuary Arena as sixteen entries vied for the win in the $10,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby as part of World Champion Hunter Rider week at World Equestrian Center. The beautiful Derby course featured four high options in each round, several handy options and plenty of greenery to add to the natural feel of the fences. The first […]Read More
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
We saw fantastic equestrian sport at last week’s World Equestrian Center Winter Classic #2. The first show of 2019 started the year off with a bang, seeing stellar rides from familiar faces like Charlotte E. Clark and Ashleen Lee, as well as fierce competition from first time WEC exhibitors. We started the show on Wednesday as horses and riders enter the show ring for the […]Read More
WEC Visitors Can Book 2019 Ohio Lodging Online Today! WILMINGTON, Ohio – January 7, 2019 – The World Equestrian Center today launched a new, expanded Web site rich with information, imagery and functionality to create the best possible experience for our users. Located at www.WEC.net the site encompasses content focused on the World Equestrian Center facilities in both of our Wilmington, Ohio and Ocala, Florida, […]Read More
An enthusiastic crowd filled the stands in the Sanctuary Arena tonight as riders prepared for both the $25,000 WEC Grand Prix and the $7,500 Futures Prix 1.30 m. Tonight’s courses featured multiple combinations, flowing lines, and plenty of inside turn options, all designed by Bobby Murphy of Lexington, Kentucky. The stars of the show this evening were Charlotte E. Clark and Kinsella, who skillfully negotiated […]Read More
We are ringing in the new year at the World Equestrian Center as we kick off a 16-week-long stretch of top tier equestrian sport during the World Equestrian Center Winter Series of the Midwest. Riders and horses alike look refreshed, returning to the show grounds after the first two weeks of the Winter Series in December and a relaxing Holiday break. The new year brings […]Read More
It’s no secret that every equestrian could use a little pampering during their down time at horse shows. Between lugging heavy tack trunks, lunging rambunctious horses, riding non-stop and getting so busy that a good skin and hair care routine seems impossible, equestrian’s bodies take a serious beating during shows. To remedy our aches and pains, World Equestrian Center brings all-inclusive hair and spa services […]Read More
