Edited Press Release
December 10, 2024 – Kingston, NY – HITS, the market-leading lifestyle management company producing elite hunter, jumper, and dressage horse shows, is pleased to announce Arion Sellier as the title sponsor of the Arion Seller Equitation Championship. Focused on well-being and performance, Arion Sellier assists riders every day in the practice of their passion by providing top-of-the-line, French-made saddles, tack, and accessories.
The Arion Sellier Equitation Championship at HITS Ocala will take place during HITS Championship week on March 18-23, representing the culmination of the winter show season. The prestigious Championship will be judged over a course of fences set at 3’6″, and will be open to juniors and young riders who have placed first, second, or third in the USEF Medal, ASPCA Maclay, USEF Talent Search, WIHS Equitation (either phase or overall), M&S Junior Medal, or WEC Premier Cup during the HITS Ocala Winter Circuit, weeks I-X. The winner of this exciting class will receive a custom Arion Saddle, and the top three finishers will also be awarded Veltri x Arion backpacks.
In addition, Arion Sellier has been named the title sponsor of Equitation Championships at HITS Del Mar and HITS Hudson Valley during the action-packed summer season.
“Arion Sellier is proud to partner with HITS to support these talented young athletes in their pursuit of equitation excellence,” said Arion Sellier Chief Executive Officer, Sylvain Houry. “Because these riders represent the future of the sport, classes like these at elite venues are especially important and really align with Arion’s philosophy to provide riders and horses with the best possible experience in all phases of their careers.”
“We are delighted to partner with Arion Sellier to produce these Championship events,” commented HITS Senior Vice President, Ashley Baker. “We know how hard these young riders work toward success and we look forward to shining the spotlight on their talent and rewarding their efforts with the premium prizes provided by Arion Sellier.”
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