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Week 5 Is Underway at the Gulf Coast Winter Classic

Photo by MH Hamm.

How can the Mississippi Gulf Coast Classic outdo Week 4 which included the complimentary County Party, crawfish boil and live music for everyone?  And don’t forget the Groom’s Luncheon yesterday!

Well, the Mississippi Gulf Coast Classic will ramp it up even more for week 5 starting tonight at the Island View Casino with a Happy Hour for all horse show exhibitors, their family and friends from 5:30 to 7:30. Then tomorrow, the good times roll!  Not only is it Mardi Gras when the entire Gulf Coast takes to the streets with parades, floats, parties and live music, but there will be a complimentary water jump clinic taught by one of the most winning grand prix riders in the country, Wilhelm Genn of Lebanon, Ohio!

The complimentary clinic is offered to exhibitors thanks to the USHJA’s Zone 4.  “Everyone just loves it and we are so excited Wilhelm will be the clinician, especially after the winter circuit he has had so far!” commented Show Coordinator Janet McCarroll.

“I have to tell you,” said Jules Wooten of World Equestrian Directory. “I have never experienced a show like this in my life! I think this is the most fun horse show I have ever attended!  Where else can you see beginner competitors compete in the walk trot division and then go watch a $50,000 Grand Prix all at the same place? And the mood is festive and everyone is so happy to be here.”

Wilhelm Genn will be the clinician for tomorrow's water jump clinic. Flashpoint Photography.
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Wilhelm Genn will be the clinician for tomorrow’s water jump clinic. Flashpoint Photography.

Friday morning will feature the complimentary breakfast sponsored by the Friends of the Gulf Coast in the VIP tent from 7-9 am and then don’t miss the USHJA International Hunter Derby luncheon from 11-1.  Friday also features the $25,000 Welcome Prix, so be sure to reserve your VIP table this week!

And how do you top that? Internationally known Olympic course designer Steve Stephens will be the course designer this week for the $77,000 Governor’s Cup Grand Prix!

So, let the good times roll!  Happy Mardi Gras everyone!

Free Live Web Streaming of All Welcome and Grand Prix Classes!

The Mississippi Gulf Coast Classic is proud to offer everyone the opportunity to watch show jumping action LIVE! Click on this link and catch the action LIVE and FOR FREE!

Gulf Coast Sunshine Classic V
Friday March 7 at 8:00 am USHJA International Hunter Derby
Friday March 7 at 3:00 pm $25,000 Welcome
Sunday March 9 at 2:00 pm $77,700 Governor’s Cup Grand Prix

Gulf Coast Finale VI
Sunday March 16 at 2:00 pm $25,000 Grand Prix

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The Gulf Coast Classic Company and the Classic Company is a USHJA’s Members Choice Award winner, recognized for producing top quality show jumping events in the United States.  Together, they offer the best exhibitor-friendly, top quality hunter jumper events each winter.  Please visit them on the web at www.ClassicCompany.com or call them at 843.768.5503.

All sponsorship, marketing and press inquiries should be directed to Lisa Engel, Sponsorship, Marketing and Public Relations Director, at lisa@classiccompany.com.

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See you at the ring,
Bob Bell
The Classic Company, Ltd.
www.ClassicCompany.com
Phone/FAX:  (843) 768-5503
Post Office Box 1311  Johns Island  SC 29457

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