Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Equestrian

USPA Welcomes PoloGear As Network Sponsor

The United States Polo Association (USPA) is proud to welcome PoloGear as the Network Sponsor of the USPA Polo Network (USPAPN). PoloGear joins the growing portfolio of corporate sponsors reaching the international polo community through USPAPN livestreamed events. The sponsorship...

The Human-Animal Alliance Welcomes Donations This Giving Season

Amid the traditions of turkeys and tinsel, it is also the time of giving. The Human-Animal Alliance, a Wellington-based nonprofit, believes that connections between humans and animals can be life-changing — especially for those navigating trauma. Nearly three years ago,...

Polo Tour Kicks Off 2025 Season In Wellington

The International Polo Tour (IPT), known for bringing the thrill and tradition of polo to audiences worldwide, kicked off its 2025 season on Friday, Nov. 22 with an exclusive private match at the Wanderers Club in Wellington. This highly...

Former Ownership Group Completes Acquisition Of Wellington International

The former majority owners of the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center — Mark Bellissimo, Marsha Dammerman, Lisa Lourie and Roger Smith — have completed the purchase of Wellington International from Global Equestrian Group. The new company, WI FL Acquisition...

Wellington Chamber Celebrates Equestrian Season

The Greater Wellington Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual “Kick Off to the Equestrian and Polo Season Luncheon” at Wellington National Golf Club on Wednesday, Nov. 20. The event was sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Health Specialty Center. Attendees...

Dr. Saulis Banionis Provides Stem Cell Therapy To Help Equestrians Heal Quicker

For years, horses have benefited from advanced treatments like stem cell therapy and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections. Now, it’s time for their riders, trainers and owners to access similar regenerative medicine treatment options, according to Dr. Saulis Banionis of...

Two Roundabouts Eyed For 120th Avenue South Near L.W. Road

Not one but two roundabouts less than a quarter of a mile apart are emerging as the latest plan to manage traffic around the 42-home new Pulte development along 120th Avenue South, bordering Wellington’s equestrian areas. Details came up for...

Museum Of Polo Announces Upcoming 2025 Hall Of Fame Inductees

The Board of Directors of the Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame have announced the 2025 inductees into the Museum’s Polo Hall of Fame. The honorees are Joe Henderson, Jimmy Bachman, Jorie Butler Kent, Susan Stovall, and legendary...

Historical Society Presents Champagne & Chukkers

On Wednesday, Oct. 16, the Wellington Historical Society held its fall mixer Champagne & Chukkers at the National Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame. Keynote speakers Brenda Lynn and George DuPont Jr. spoke about the history of the...

Wellington International To Be Acquired By Former Ownership Group; Murray Kessler To Serve As CEO

The former majority owners of Palm Beach International Equestrian Center — Mark Bellissimo, Marsha Dammerman, Lisa Lourie and Roger Smith — recently formed a new entity called WI FL Acquisition LLC to acquire the Wellington International showgrounds. The company announced...

Wellington Community Foundation Donates $10,000 To Vinceremos

In a collaborative effort to enhance the lives of students with disabilities, the Wellington Community Foundation recently donated $10,000 to the Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center. This generous contribution will empower Wellington High School students to participate in the equine-assisted...

Wellington Equestrian Turned Boxer Katelyn Hess Wins Masters Boxing Championship Belt

Katelyn Hess is a local equestrian who trains horses in Wellington. But it may surprise you that the show ring isn’t the only ring that she gets in to compete as an athlete. She came back recently from a...

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Flavors ‘Decades Tour’ A Tasty Traveling Experience

On Thursday, June 5, the Greater Wellington Chamber of Commerce hosted Flavors 2025, now in its 22nd year. Several...