World Cup Of Wellington To Take Place At
Deeridge Farms
By Rebecca Walton
In February, Deeridge Farms will be opening its gates for a brand new equestrian event in the Wellington community, the Wellington Masters. Last year, when the Fédération Équestre Internationale (FEI) launched the Longines FEI World Cup Jumping North American League, a conflict almost hindered the ability of Wellington to host a leg of the competition. Fortunately, the Jacobs family was excited to step in and host a qualifier at their 300-acre estate in the heart of the equestrian community. “When we heard that there was a strong possibility that the World Cup qualifier was at risk, we wanted to do something to ensure that it would stay here,” Lou Jacobs explained. “My family discussed how we could help, and we decided to host the event at Deeridge Farms. Now we are assured that this important Longines FEI World Cup Jumping North American League qualifier will remain in Wellington for the next three years. It is important to the community,
competitors and enthusiasts that we keep it here.” Wellington has the distinction of hosting top-tier equestrians competing at world-class levels. An annual event that brings these athletes together is the opportunity to qualify for the Longines FEI World Cup Jumping Final, an indoor championship that is considered one of the pinnacles of the sport. “It’s exciting to use our family’s farm to host the best event possible for Longines FEI World Cup qualifier,” Charlie Jacobs said. “As a competitor, I am honored to be a part of this world-class event, and my family shares my commitment to preserving this class in Wellington.” Deeridge Farms, owned by Jeremy and Margaret Jacobs, is a 300-acre oasis of serenity in the Village of Wellington. The Wellington Masters marks the first time that the property will
(Above) Marie Hecart competes at Deeridge Farms.
PHOTO BY KENDALL BIERER
(Left) The public rarely gets a glimpse of the picturesque Deeridge Farms property. PHOTOS COURTESY JACOBS FAMILY
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