Behind the Scenes at the Pony Ring at HITS Ocala

When we think of large horse show venues such as HITS Ocala, we often think of International Hunter Derbies and large, Saturday night Grand Prix classes. Some of our favorite classes here at JN, however, are the always adorable pony classes! From big bows to tiny braids, these ponies and their jockeys always seem to make us say “awwwww.” Check out some behind the scenes shots taken by JN’s talented Dominique Gonzalez!

Horse showing= a lot of hurry up and waiting. Photo by Dominique Gonzalez

We are a sucker for a cute grey.  Photo by Dominique Gonzalez

At the in-gate. Photo by Dominique Gonzalez

Show ring preperation. Photo by Dominique Gonzalez

Best friends. Photo by Dominique Gonzalez

This pony made us all go “squeeee!” Photo by Dominique Gonzalez

Pats for the best pony. Photo by Dominique Gonzalez

Those knees! Photo by Dominique Gonzalez

Go ponies and Go Jumping!