PCCHA Fiesta Brings Major Cutting Horse Show to Fallon

The Pacific Coast Cutting Horse Association brought its first-ever show to Fallon this year with the PCCHA Fiesta, held at the Rafter 3C Arena beginning July 23. More than 280 horses were entered in the four-day event.

Each day featured 10 classes, typically with 10 or more horses per class. Classes were divided based on the horse’s ability and lifetime earnings. In the cutting arena, professional riders competed in the first pen. These “open” riders earn their living training and showing cutting horses, whether their own or others'.

Amateur, or “non-pro,” riders competed in the second pen. These participants ride a horse owned by themselves, or a family member, and are judged on their performance in the cutting pen.

Cattle for the event were supplied by Martin Ronayne and Cliff Detar, with hay provided by Tuni Hay.

The Pacific Coast Cutting Horse Association was established in 1996 and has played a major role in developing and promoting cutting horse competition across the West Coast.

This is the first year the Pacific Coast Cutting Horse Association has hosted an event in Fallon, with next year's PCCHA competition already on the books.