Athletes from 28 states representing the U.S. have been put forth. Representing the United States from the state of Ohio for the world championships include:

Jennifer J. Baker, Para-Equestrian, Loveland, OH

Shawn Flarida, Reining, Springfield, OH

Laura Goldman, Para-Equestrian, Highland Heights, OH

“It is exciting to have three local equestrian athletes selected to represent  Ohio, my home state, on this global platform.  I wish them the best of luck!” Said, Russell Gilliam, Regional Sales Manager for Alltech Northeast.

In total, the nominated entries list includes more than 900 athletes and more than 1,300 horses. This list will decrease some when definite entries for each discipline are submitted to the World Games 2010 Foundation beginning in mid-September, following verification and approval of horse and rider qualifications.

Four nations are currently scheduled to field athletes for all eight disciplines, Australia, Canada, Germany and the United States. Additionally, 19 nations have submitted teams or individual competitors in five or more disciplines.

Tickets to the world championship competitions are still available for all eight disciplines. Purchase tickets to see your favorite athlete or team today at www.alltechfeigames.com/tickets, at www.ticketmaster.com, at your local Ticketmaster outlet, or through 1-888-934-2010.

The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games are the world championships of eight equestrian disciplines recognized by the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI).  

The Games are held every four years, and this will be the first occurrence in the United States. Global animal health and nutrition leader Alltech is the proud title sponsor.