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Gene Mische American Invitational – MEDIA ALERT

 

Tampa, FL – January 7, 2013 –  The 41st Annual Gene Mische American Invitational, America’s “Super Bowl of Show Jumping,” will take place this year on Saturday, April 6, 2012 at Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium.

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. The star-studded line-up will compete for a huge purse of $200,000 in prize money.

Annually, this event showcases exhilarating equine power, amazing speed and agility, and equestrian excellence at the home of the NFL’sTampa Bay Buccaneers. The day is filled with extraordinary entertainment and activities for the entire family to enjoy.

What: 41st Annual American Invitational

 

When: Saturday, April 6, 2013 – Gates open at 6 p.m.

 

Where: Raymond James Stadium, 4201 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33607

 

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 equestrians will navigate their horses over.

 

Sponsorship and Tickets:

Corporate and individual sponsors may participate at any level. Ticket are $15-$30. 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.

About the American Invitational:

The 41st annual American Invitational, one of the world’s richest equestrian show jumping competitions, has been held at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida since 1971.The Invitational is the only major equestrian competition to be held in a NFL football stadium.

 

Media Contact:

April Wehle, Stadium Jumping, Inc.

561.459.9259

email:  aprilw@stadiumjumping.com

 

 

Mario Deslauriers piloted Cella to victory in the 2012 Gene Mische American Invitational at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida