The World Championship Equestrian Triathlon is a family friendly competition in which elite polo, show jumping, and dressage athletes come together on one showground. The twist athletes do not compete in their own sports. It will be held on Sunday, February 11 at 6pm at Deeridge Farms, Wellington, Florida.
General admission is $25; VIP admission is $150 and includes buffet dinner. Musical entertainment by DJ Adam Lipson and The Flyers! Sponsorship opportunities and reserved seating are available. For sponsorship information and tickets, please visit www.bgcpbc.org.
Some of the world’s most recognizable names in equestrian sports will participate including Georgina Bloomberg, Susie Dutta, Heather Caristo-Williams, Meagan Davis, Juan Matute Guimon, Candice King, Chris Von Martels, Martin Pepa, Brandon Phillips, Facundo Pieres, Gonzalito Pieres and Nic Roldan.
Proceeds benefit Neil S. Hirsch Boys & Girls Club of Wellington, one of 13 Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County. The Club provides services during non-school hours, as well as summer camp opportunities, to nearly 600 boys and girls from ages 6 to 18.
Serving as Co-chairmen are Neil S. Hirsch & Kathleen Gannon-Ledsome. The Jacobs Family is serving as Honorary Chairmen.
“This is a fun and thrilling way to showcase the world-class equestrian talent in the area while raising critical funds for underserved children at the Wellington Boys & Girls Club,” said Gannon-Ledsome. “Neil and I are excited to be a part of this wonderful event and give back to the community.”
The showgrounds at Deeridge Farms feature a masterfully-designed ring that offers an unrivaled backdrop to highlight the natural beauty and raw power of elite equestrian competition and award winning entertainment.
About Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County:
Founded in 1971, Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County is a not-for profit youth development organization dedicated to promoting the educational, vocational, health, leadership and character of boys and girls in a safe, nurturing environment. The Clubs provide more than a safe, fun and constructive alternative to being home alone – they offer a variety of award-winning developmental programs to help youth build skills, self-esteem and values during critical periods of growth. The thirteen Boys & Girls Clubs throughout Palm Beach County serve more than 8,500 children ages 6-18. For more information, please visit www.bgcpbc.org or call 561-683-3287.