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NCHA ANNOUNCES 2025 AFFILIATE AND
RESERVE AFFILIATE OF THE YEAR
Jun 12, 2026, 16:03 PM by National
Cutting Horse Association
Congratulations to Utah Cutting Horse Association for receiving the 2025 Affiliate of the Year Award and PK Cutters for receiving the 2025 Reserve Affiliate of the Year.
Established by the NCHA Executive Committee, the Affiliate of the Year Award recognizes affiliates that demonstrate exceptional dedication to promoting the sport of cutting, supporting NCHA members, and creating opportunities for competitors at the grassroots level.
The Utah Cutting Horse Association earned the distinction through its longstanding commitment to growing the sport and developing the next generation of cutters. Organized since 1983, the affiliate now serves approximately 200 to 250 active members and has seen steady growth in participation, increasing from an average of 105 works per show day in 2018 to approximately 140 to 150 works per day today.
A hallmark of the Utah Cutting Horse Association is its focus on newcomer and youth development. Through its "Never Won A Buckle" program, the affiliate creates an inviting entry point for first-time competitors, while its youth scholarship program, established in 2001, has awarded more than $169,000 in scholarships to young cutters pursuing higher education. The affiliate also supports Utah High School Rodeo athletes, promotes educational opportunities through judges' clinics, and continues to invest heavily in year-end awards and member recognition.
CLICK HERE to read full article on NCHAcutting.com
NWAB champ from the UCHA Delta Cutting
BYRON LACEY & CJS TUFF CHIQUITA - 72
NWAB Champion Show
#1 Salina
Andy Dent & Metallic Moon Cat
along with two of his favorite
fan club receiving buckle from UCHA Director Blake Christensen
NWAB Champion Show #2 Salina
Dennis Cusick & Peppys Smoothie
from UCHA Director Blake Christensen
posted December 20, 2014
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It is with great sadness and regret to announce the passing of Terry Reed Hymas. A viewing will be held Monday December 22, 2014 at Schwab-Matthews Mortuary from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Funeral services will be held Tuesday December 23, 2014 at the Liberty Ward Chapel viewing starting at 9:00 am and services starting at 11:00 am. Interment will be at the Liberty cemetery immediately after the funeral services. Click here to view obituary.
posted September 11, 2013
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REMEMBERING
DENNIS MOEDL
We lost a great supporter and true friend yesterday with the passing of long time Meadow Vue Ranch Cutting Producer Dennis Moedl. Dennis's rock solid western heritage and beliefs, as well as strong family values, were proudly reflected in each and every cutting and relationship throughout the years. The true "ranch" cutting always proved to be a success, no matter what mother nature would throw its way! Dennis produced the Meadow Vue Ranch Cutting for going on 30 years and it has been enjoyed by many associations and families. We as cutters are lucky that that tradition and heritage will be carried on for many years to come by Dennis's family and friends.
Condolences can be mailed to Meadow Vue Ranch, Box 93, Macks Inn, ID 83433.
posted April 11, 2013
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Thomas G. Ellingford, of Bridgeland, died April 6, 2013, after suffering a heart attack at age 59. Click here to read his obituary and leave condolences.
posted February 19, 2013
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One of our long time cutting friends, Gene Hintze and his wife, Mary, are living in Illinois. Gene loves to hear from his friends here in Utah or Idaho. Give him a call at 815-757-3520.
posted February 13, 2013
- Our condolences to Pat Walker on the loss of his wife, Diane. She was in a fatal car accident last Thursday. We will miss you at the cuttings.
posted January 22, 2013
- Gabby Sanborn's life was cut short suddenly in January. She was one of our youth cutters from Idaho. We will all mourn her loss. Condolences to her family and especially her grandmother, Gina Macdonald. During the March show in Nampa, we will remember her with the Gabby Sanborn Memorial cutting. Awards will be presented in her name. More information will be forth coming.
- Welcome home Zane Mendenhall. He recently returned from his mission in El Salvador. He will be back at BYU next semester.
posted January 18, 2013
- Condolences to Tim Denton on the loss of his sister recently. Our thoughts are with you.
- Congratulations to Danielle Pace who just got her mission call to Raleigh North Carolina. She will be leaving February 27. We'll miss you at our shows but are very excited about this new adventure!
