World Equestrian Center – Ocala Set as Host for 2024 National Championship for NCAA Equestrian
World Equestrian Center – Ocala to house the Championship once again
For more information contact: Madelon Allen; 817-996-3453
WACO, Texas – The National Collegiate Equestrian Association (NCEA) is excited that NCAA Equestrian postseason play will once again take place at the World Equestrian Center – Ocala (WEC) in Florida, for 2024.
Auburn University will serve as championship host.
WEC is once again graciously hosting the National Championship for NCAA Equestrian, happening this year from April 18-20. The Championship will be housed in Arena 3 for Jumping Seat and Arena 5 for Western. More information on WEC can be found here.
There are many exciting things happening around the Championship in Ocala, with the Golf Classic taking place on Wednesday, April 17, at the Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club. Spots are still available for singles and foursomes, with hole sponsorships also being offered. More information for the Golf Classic can be found here.
The extracurricular events are highlighted by the inaugural NCEA Hall of Fame induction happening in WEC’s Expo 2 on Friday, April 19. The event will start at 6 p.m. with cocktails, followed by dinner taking place at 7 p.m. Tickets are available through April 5, with more information found here.
The online silent auction is back, with many enticing items available from vendors. Bidding for the silent auction will take place here, starting April 10 and ending April 20. Vendor Alley will be open throughout the Championship, showcasing many exciting products for equestrians and casual fans alike. NCEA gear is available for purchase here, with preorder open from April 1-12 to pick up at the Championship.
The Championship action will begin on April 18 with the full schedule available here. Full brackets will be released on April 2 with the selection show presented by Horse & Country live on the NCEA’s Facebook page.
About the NCEA
A non-profit corporation, the NCEA is a governing body to advance the sport of equestrian. The NCEA is responsible for the development and administration of equestrian rules and guidelines. Equestrian is subject to all NCAA policies and procedures in the same manner as other sports. In 1998, Equestrian was identified and adopted by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and the Committee on Women’s Athletics (CWA) as an emerging sport for women at the Division I and II levels.
NCEA competitions are in a head-to-head format, and schools may choose to compete as a single or dual discipline team (Jumping Seat and Western). Each discipline has two events: in Jumping Seat, Fences and Flat, and in Western, Horsemanship and Reining. Teams can have five riders per event, with horses assigned by random draw at the start of the competition. Riders from opposing teams compete on the same horse, and whichever rider receives the higher score earns one point for her team. The level of difficulty is demonstrated by the accuracy of the pattern and how the competitor uses the horse to the best of her ability.
To stay up to date all year long on all things NCEA Equestrian, follow the organization on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram: @NCEA_Equestrian and @ncea_eq.
About World Equestrian Center
World Equestrian Center features two premier equestrian and multidisciplinary venues in Ocala, Florida, and Wilmington, Ohio.
These exclusive facilities comprise state-of-the-art arenas, expansive stadiums, versatile outdoor space, sporting fields and well-appointed exposition centers. An abundance of lodging options and luxury accommodations are conveniently located on-site, along with shopping and dining throughout each property.
Dedicated to offering great sport and good fun in a family-friendly environment, World Equestrian Center promises an unparalleled experience for exhibitors, spectators, vendors, sponsors and retailers built on three core values: Quality. Class. Distinction.
Learn more at wec.net.
