Irving Police Motor Unit Shines at Texas Motorcycle Rodeo

The department's officers took home several top prizes at the annual competition.

Mar. 10, 2026 at 4:35am

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The Irving Police Department's Motor Unit recently competed in the Sports Capital of Texas Motorcycle Rodeo in Round Rock, Texas, and came away with impressive results. The team placed 2nd overall, while also winning the 4-Man and 2-Man competitions. Individual officers also took home first place awards in the Metric Mr. Rodeo, Metric Slow Ride, and Challenge Ride events.

Why it matters

The motorcycle rodeo is an annual skills competition that showcases the precision and expertise of law enforcement motor officers from across the country. The Irving Police Department's strong performance highlights their commitment to training and highlights the department's professionalism.

The details

The Sports Capital of Texas Motorcycle Rodeo is hosted by the Round Rock Police Department in partnership with the Texas Municipal Police Association (TMPA) and the Round Rock Express. The event features speed and precision courses inspired by real rodeo events, with officers competing for the title of "Mr. Rodeo." The Irving Police Department's Motor Unit participated in the competition, with several of their officers earning top finishes.

  • The motorcycle rodeo took place from March 3-7, 2026 at Dell Diamond in Round Rock, Texas.

The players

Irving Police Department Motor Unit

The motor unit of the Irving Police Department, which specializes in motorcycle operations and enforcement.

Round Rock Police Department

The host department for the Sports Capital of Texas Motorcycle Rodeo, in partnership with the Texas Municipal Police Association and the Round Rock Express.

Texas Municipal Police Association (TMPA)

A professional association that represents municipal police officers in Texas and co-hosts the motorcycle rodeo.

Round Rock Express

A minor league baseball team that co-hosts the Sports Capital of Texas Motorcycle Rodeo.

J. Williams, Kennemur, Ellington, and P. Williams

Members of the Irving Police Department Motor Unit who competed in the rodeo and earned several top finishes.

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The takeaway

The Irving Police Department's strong performance at the Texas Motorcycle Rodeo showcases the high level of training and expertise within their motor unit, reinforcing the department's commitment to public safety and community service.