Each year a young horsewoman has been chosen to represent the Pinto Horse Association of Ohio at equine functions throughout Ohio, including the PtHAO Year-End Awards Banquet and horse shows. The PtHAO Queens serves as an ambassador of the association, encouraging membership in the association, making appearances at state and regional equine functions to raise awareness of the PtHAO and Pinto Horse breed. The contest consist of a horsemanship or showmanship pattern, a written exam covering the PtHA Official Rule Book and a personal interview.