Pershing Cup: The Army’s Best OC/T Competition [O-Course] [Image 5 of 7]

UNITED STATES

08.23.2026

Photo by Capt. Kimberley Kirnan 

First Army

Capt. Scott Broxton with the 196th Infantry Brigade executes the tower obstacle on the course during the Best Observer Coach/Trainer (OC/T) competition at Fort McGregor, New Mexico, Aug. 23, 2026. The Gen. John J. Pershing Cup is the Army’s annual premier Best OC/T competition, a rigorous four‑day event held at Fort Bliss, Texas, Aug. 21–24, 2026. Through this competition, OC/Ts demonstrate the excellence, adaptability, and relentless pursuit of mastery that underpin the Army’s ability to fight, win, and project power on and from the land. (U.S. Army photo taken by Capt. Kimberley Kirnan)

• Date Taken: 08.23.2026
• Date Posted: 08.24.2026 12:56
• Photo ID: 9884236
• VIRIN: 260823-A-EE299-8175
• Resolution: 5268x3512
• Size: 2.9 MB
• Location: US