Tampa – February 10, 2014 – The prize list for the 2014 Tampa Equestrian Series is now available online by visiting www.stadiumjumping.com. Stadium Jumping, Inc., one of the nation’s leading horse show production companies, will be hosting the two week equestrian event at the Bob Thomas Equestrian Center at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa, FL. New for 2014, the 42nd Annual $200,000 American Invitational presented by G & C Farm, will be held under the lights at Sun Life Stadium on April 5, 2014. The world’s top equestrians will come together for Tampa Equestrian Series’ two weeks of competition, held from March 26 – April 5, 2014, to vie for the winning titles at this prestigious event.
The Tampa Equestrian Series will kick off its two weeks of competition with the Tampa Bay Classic, which is scheduled for March 26-30, 2014. It will include the $25,000 Tampa Bay Welcome Stake on Friday, March 28, the $35,000 Grand Prix of Tampa on Sunday, March 30, and the $3,500 USHJA National Hunter Derby. Premier hunters will also be featured with divisions for professionals, juniors, and amateur-owners.
The Tournament of Champions is next, and will be held April 1-5, 2014, featuring a full array of hunter, jumper and equitation events. The 42nd $200,000 American Invitational, presented by G&C Farm, which will take place on Saturday, April 5, 2014 at Miami’s Sun Life Stadium. America’s “Super Bowl of Show Jumping” is a historic event, which brings together the top horse and rider combinations in the world. Invitations for the event are extended to the top thirty equestrians on the USEF National Computer Ranking List, plus past and present Olympians and other top invitees.
Annually, this event showcases exhilarating equine power, amazing speed and agility, and equestrian excellence at the home of the NFL’s Miami Dolphins. The day is filled with extraordinary entertainment and activities for the entire family to enjoy.
Tickets for the Saturday night spectacular are on sale Tuesday, online at: TicketMaster.com. Ticket prices are $29 for Children and Adults and $24 for Seniors 55 & Older. Group Tickets are $24 each for 10 or more persons.
For more information on Stadium Jumping, Inc. and the 2014 Tampa Equestrian Series, please call (941) 744-5465 or please visit www.stadiumjumping.com.
The Tampa Equestrian Series and The 42nd Annual $200,000 American Invitational Fast Facts
WHAT: Two-week hunter/jumper horse show circuit produced by Stadium Jumping, Inc. and the 42nd Annual $200,000 American Invitational presented by G&C Farm, which features the world’s best equestrian athletes. Information is available online at www.stadiumjumping.com.
WHERE:
Tampa Equestrian Series:
Bob Thomas Equestrian Center at the Florida State Fairgrounds
4800 North US Highway 301
Tampa, FL 33680
www.stadiumjumping.com
The 42nd Annual $200,000 American Invitational:
Sun Life Stadium
347 Don Shula Drive
Miami Gardens, FL 33056
www.sunlifestadium.com
WHEN:
Daily 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tampa Classic – March 26-30, 2014
Tournament of Champions – April 1-5, 2014
The 42nd Annual $200,000 American Invitational CSI 3* – April 5, 2014, 7 p.m.
Highlights:
Friday, March 28: $25,000 Tampa Bay Welcome Stake
Friday March 28: $3,500 USHJA National Hunter Derby
Sunday, March, 30: $35,000 Grand Prix of Tampa
Saturday, April 5, 7 p.m.: 42nd Annual $200,000 American Invitational CSI 3* presented by G&C Farm
American Invitational Highlights:
To kick off the evening activities, the public is invited to participate in the traditional American invitational course walk. This is an opportunity for spectators to marvel at the size and breadth of the jumps the athletes will navigate their horses over.
Sponsorship and Tickets:
Corporate and individual sponsors may participate at any level. Ticket are $24 – $29. Senior citizens, active duty members, and group discounts are available. For more information on sponsorship levels or to purchase tickets, please call 1.800.237.8924.
Tampa Directions:
From Tampa or St. Pete/Clearwater via I-275 to I-4 Eastbound:
Orient Rd. Entrance Gate: From I-4 Eastbound only, take Exit #6 for Orient Rd. and turn right off the ramp. There will be a sign for the Fairgrounds entrance immediately on the left-hand side. Check in at the Security Guard gate for entry.
From Lakeland/Orlando area via I-4 Westbound:
Orient Rd. Entrance Gate: Travel on I-4 West toward Tampa to Exit #7 toward US-92 W / HILLSBOROUGH AVE and merge onto E. HILLSBOROUGH AVE. Proceed to the light at Orient Road and turn left. There will be a sign for the Fairgrounds entrance on the left-hand side. Check in at the Security Guard gate for entry.
From I-75 North/South (from Ocala/Sarasota area):
Orient Rd. Entrance Gate: Traveling north on I-75, take Exit #260 (B) and merge LEFT onto DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD (aka SR-574 West). Traveling south on I-75, take Exit #260 and merge RIGHT onto DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD. Go west for 2.5 miles and pass the light at U.S. Hwy. 301. Keep proceeding on MLK, Jr. Blvd. to the next light, which is ORIENT RD. Make a right at Orient Road. There will be a sign for the Fairgrounds entrance on the right-hand side. Check in at the Security Guard gate for entry.
TAMPA HOTELS:
Hilton Garden Inn
10309 Highland Manor Drive
Tampa, FL
(813) 626-6700
La Quinta Inn East Fairgrounds
4811 U.S. 301 North
Tampa, FL
(813) 623-3321
(800) 642-4271
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino – Tampa
5223 North Orient Road (next to showgrounds)
Tampa, FL
(813) 627-7625
SpringHill Suites
4835 W. Cypress Street
Tampa, FL 33607
(813) 639-9600
(888) 236-2427
Miami Directions:
From Miami (ALL POINTS SOUTH):
I-95 North, to Northbound on the Florida Turnpike, to Exit # 2X (Dolphin Toll Plaza), to Sun Life Stadium
I-95 North to Ives Dairy Road, West on Ives Dairy Road for approximately 5 miles, Sun Life Stadium will be on your right.
North on the Palmetto Expressway (Route 826) to NW 27th Avenue (Route 817), proceed North on NW 27th Avenue to NW 199th Street (Dan Marino Boulevard), turn right at NW 199th Street to Sun Life Stadium
From Ft. Lauderdale/West Palm Beach (ALL POINTS NORTH):
Florida Turnpike South to Exit # 2X (Sun Life Stadium Toll Plaza) to the east side of Sun Life Stadium
Florida Turnpike South to Exit # 47 (27th Avenue/University Drive); south on 27th Avenue/University Drive to the west side of Sun Life Stadium
I-95 South to Ives Dairy Road, head west (right) for 5 miles; Sun Life Stadium will be on your right hand side.
From Fort Myers/Naples (WEST COAST):
I-75 East to I-595 East, to South on Florida Turnpike, to exit # 2X (Dolphin Toll Plaza), to the East side of Sun Life Stadium
I-75 East to I-595 East, to South on Florida Turnpike, to exit # 47 (27th Avenue/University Drive), south on 27th Avenue/University Drive to the west side of the Stadium
MIAMI HOTELS:
Quality Inn & Suites Hollywood
4900 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood, FLL 33021
(888) 946-6787
(4.7 miles Pet Friendly up to 50lbs)
Hampton Inn & Suites Miramar
10990 Marks Way
Miramar, FL
(888) 370-0981
(3.9 miles)
Best Western Hotel
101 Ansin Blvd I-95 Exit 18
Hallandale Beach, FL33009
(888) 945-3367
(4.9 miles)
Don Shula’s Hotel & Golf Club
6842 Main Street
Miami Lakes, FL 33014
(305) 821-1150
(5.5 miles)
Courtyard by Marriott – Mall
2825 Northeast 191st
Aventura, FL 33180
(305) 937-0805
(5.7 miles)
Hotel Indigo
7601 Miami Lakes Dr
Miami Lakes, FL 33014
(305) 556-0100
(6.1 miles)
STADIUM JUMPING INC.:
Corporate Office
1301 Sixth Ave. West, Suite 406
Bradenton, FL 34205
Tel: 941-744-5465
Fax: 941-744-0874
MEDIA CONTACT:
Phelps Media Group, Inc.
12230 Forest Hill Blvd.
Suite 214
Wellington, FL 33414
561-753-3389 (phone)
561-753-3386 (fax)
pmginfo@phelpsmediagroup.com
http://www.phelpsmediagroup.com
April Wehle, Stadium Jumping, Inc.
561.459.9259
email: aprilw@stadiumjumping.com