Fifty competitors, including civilians and police officers, will participate in Palm Beach State College’s Panther Prowl Motorcycle Rodeo March 27-29 at the Lake Worth campus.
South Florida’s only combined civilian and law enforcement motorcycle competition, the rodeo will take place at the 4.5-acre defensive driving course, which is part of the Public Safety Training Center. Two days of challenges, including a slalom drag race, practice runs and training, will be followed by a day of timed competitions and awards.
While riders must register and pay a fee to compete in the event ($110 for civilians and $85 for police), the public is invited to observe at no charge. For more info., including rider registration and the daily event schedule, visit www.palmbeachstate.edu/PBSCInvitational/motorcycle-rodeo.aspx.
The public will see the most action on the culminating day, Saturday, March 29, which begins at 8 a.m. with opening ceremonies featuring the PBSC Criminal Justice Institute Color Guard and a blessing of the bikes. At 11 a.m., the Fort Lauderdale motorcycle drill team will perform, followed by an afternoon of timed competitions and an awards presentation. Those who wish to bring their motorcycle to be blessed must be in position at the skid pad by 7:30 a.m. Lunch will be available from a food truck on site.
At the 2025 Panther Prowl Motorcycle Rodeo, licensed riders will train and improve their ability to deal with the hazards of operating a 1000cc motorcycle. Obstacle courses will mimic hazards and roadway conditions, compelling riders to maneuver through twists and turns at slow and accelerated speeds.
The 2025 Panther Prowl Motorcycle Rodeo is part of the upcoming third annual invitational, scheduled for April 28 to May 3. The Palm Beach State College Invitational is a multiday, multidiscipline competitive event for members of public safety agencies to showcase their abilities, compete against their peers and learn in a cooperative environment.
