Welcome to the World Equestrian Center-Ocala for the Winter Spectacular Series! The National Snaffle Bit Association is pleased to announce the expansion of the approval of Hunter Jumper classes, beginning in 2021 with the WEC-Ocala Winter Spectacular Series in January.
Continue reading …Twas the night before Christmas and all through the stalls, Every horse was made ready, prepared one and all. All the halters were hung, and the saddles with care, With hope that a victory soon would be theirs.
Continue reading …As we approach the New Year, don’t forget to review the performance eligibility extensions that were approved through the 2020 Stimulus Plan. Due to COVID-19, exhibitors faced a significantly abbreviated year and these extensions were granted to give exhibitors the opportunity to have a full year of eligibility.
Continue reading …“Fantastic Felix” is a 3-year-old gelding by Im The Only One and out of Company Time, who is a full sister to All Rise. Nicole and Felix have been a team for a year and a half now. Ever since this duo joined forces, they have competed under the guidance of Scott Suggs. “He has helped me with actually showing when I’m in the pen and the overall presentation of my horse. He has helped me know how to place my horse in the pen for him to be seen by the judges. I think that allows me to really decide where I want Felix to be every step of the class when I’m showing.”
Continue reading …Find out what Macy Brandt had to say about her win in Youth Western Pleasure at #tompowerschristmaschallenge with The Candy Mann!
Continue reading …Scroll below for some fantastic photos that wrap up our trip to the Tom Powers Christmas Challenge at the beautiful World Equestrian Center Ocala!
Continue reading …Find out what Mallory Vroegh had to say following her win with The Solitaire Affair at the #TomPowersChristmasChallenge!
Continue reading …This evening, the Tom Powers Christmas Challenge was host to several Super Sires classes that awarded big checks to the winners. The Equine Chronicle Super Sires 3-Year-Old Non-Pro Limited Western Pleasure First place receives a check for $10,000. They also receive a trophy by Cowboy Bronze, the Rowdy Silver championship buckle, NSBA trophy, Nutrena feed coupons, […]
Continue reading …“It’s all kind of been building this year. The first time he was shown, he won the Madness, and then all of the novice horse classes that year. Then, he’s pretty much won every class he’s been in this year.”
Continue reading …Find out what Maddie Rippeon had to say about her new horse, Fashion Statement, after winning Youth Hunter Under Saddle at the Tom Powers Christmas Challenge. Click here to watch on The Equine Chronicle on Facebook.
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