Pershing Cup: The Army’s Best OC/T Competition [O-Course] [Image 6 of 7]

UNITED STATES

08.23.2026

Photo by Capt. Kimberley Kirnan 

First Army

Capt. Luis Zapata with the Joint Multinational Readiness Center executes the tower obstacle on the course during the Best Observer Coach/Trainer (OC/T) competition at McGregor Range Complex, 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 13:13
• Photo ID: 9884249
• VIRIN: 260823-A-EE299-8557
• Resolution: 5191x3461
• Size: 3.78 MB
• Location: US