Allison O’Neill and Ramiro with Manny Aguilar / Photo by Carrie Wirth.
James Lala’s Ridiculously Affordable Citrus Series Is Back
Wellington, FL – March 9, 2013 – Citrus Series Horse Show Wellington will offer two Tuesday shows in March. The first comes right up on March 11 and the second on March 18. The ring will open for flat at 10 a.m. with classes kicking off at 11 a.m. New for the Tuesday show, Citrus Series will also hold the 3′ Phelps Media Group Southeast Medal Junior qualifying class.
Citrus Series is an ideal and affordable way for horses and riders to gain valuable competition mileage. Something unheard of at rated shows, show manager James Lala has the hunter, jumper and equitation courses at the same height in one ring, making it ultra-convenient and time saving. There is a set time schedule so exhibitors know when they show.
Citrus Series shows are held at Jim Brandon Equestrian Center at Okeeheelee Park, a wonderful facility offering great footing, permanent stalls, plenty of parking and permanent restrooms. Citrus Series offers beautiful courses and decoration- perfect prep for AA shows like WEF. Plus, the show series is extremely user-friendly. They offer warm-ups and do-over options to make certain horses and riders leave with a positive experience under their belt.
“We have produced a really great way to get horses and riders ready for the bigger AA circuits,” said James Lala. “We hope to see you there!”
Here is what people are saying about the Citrus Series:
“This is his second outing in Florida,” said Corina Peterson of her horse, ridden by trainer Kalie Butcher. “I love the show grounds; it is good for him to get out and get experience. We’ll be back.”
“I think what James is doing is a very good thing, because it gives the kids a place to show at a quality facility where they have a chance to improve and move forward,” said Steve Lengyel of Wall Street Farm.
“It is super organized,” said Courtney Yecker. “The jumps are fantastic. The ring and the upkeep of the schooling area was really nice and the courses were amazing.”
“This is a great opportunity especially for people who have horses for sale and kids who want to go in the ring without so much pressure.” ~ Ivan Rakowsky, Team Rakowsky
“This is the way a horse show should be.” ~ Kama Godek
About Citrus Series Horse Shows
The unique features of the show are designed to help trainers, developing horses and riders achieve their goals affordably. Professionals and adults may ride ponies. If time permits, competitors can do do-overs to make sure the horse and rider leave the ring with a positive learning experience. A user-friendly class schedule and sale horse identifiers provide an opportunity to market sale horses.
Owners, breeders, riders, trainers and their assistants are encouraged to bring their up-and-coming horses and riders to come experience Citrus Series, at Jim Brandon Equestrian Center Okeeheelee Park, a close, convenient, high-quality facility. Ship-ins are welcome at no cost and permanent day and overnight stalls are available. Jim Brandon Equestrian Center is located under three miles/five minutes from the intersection of 441 and Forest Hill Boulevard.
Call us at: (561) 906-6668 if you need a shipper.
For entries rates, go to: Showgroundslive.com or call (561) 906-6668.
For more about the Citrus Series, go to: www.citrusseries.com.
2014 Citrus Series Fast Facts:
What: New high-quality horse show series especially for developing horses and riders.
Where: Jim Brandon Equestrian Center
7500 Forest Hill Boulevard
West Palm Beach, FL
When:
Tuesday, March 11 and March 18, 2014 – Hunters & Jumpers Starting at 11 a.m. and after Dark under the Lights
Saturday, March 22, 2014 – Hunters Jumpers and Equitation with an 8 a.m. start
Contact Information:
Before Show
Telephone: (561) 906-6668
Email: jdlala@aol.com
During Show
Show Office: (859) 608-3709
Fax: (866) 285-9496
Stable Office Telephone: (561) 906-6668
Entries: Showgroundslive.com
Officials:
Manager: Lala Land Productions, LLC, James Lala, (561) 906-6668, jdlala@aol.com
Secretary: Susie Morrissey
Farrier: Ignacio Cardenas
Judge: Dee Thomas, USEF “R”-rated
Directions to Jim Brandon Equestrian Center:
FROM I-95
Exit Forest Hill Blvd. Go west on Forest Hill Blvd. for approximately six (6) miles. After passing Pinehurst Dr., make the next left into Okeeheelee Park South.
FROM the NORTH on FLORIDA’S TURNPIKE
Exit #97 – Southern Blvd. After toll booth, turn left onto Pike Rd. (South). Make a left onto Southern Blvd. (East) and go to Jog Road. Make a right onto Jog Road (South) to Forest Hill Blvd. Make a right onto Forest Hill Blvd. (West). After passing Pinehurst Dr., make a left into Okeeheelee Park South.
FROM the SOUTH on FLORIDA’S TURNPIKE
Exit #93 – Lake Worth Rd. and go east to Pinehurst Dr. Make a left onto Pinehurst Dr. (North) and go to Forest Hill Blvd. Make a left onto Forest Hill Blvd. (West). Make the next left into Okeeheelee Park South.
FROM the WEST on FOREST HILL BLVD.
Cross over Florida’s Turnpike and make a right into Okeeheelee Park South.
Carrie Wirth for Phelps Media Group, Inc. International
MEDIA CONTACT:
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12012 South Shore Blvd #105
Wellington, FL 33414
561-753-3389 (phone)
561-753-3386 (fax)
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