JR Motorsports announced today that Champion Irrigation Products, Inc., an industry pioneer in irrigation solutions, will join the organization during the 2026 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series season as a primary partner for three races with Carson Kvapil and the No. 1 Chevrolet, beginning with Darlington Raceway on March 21, followed by Talladega on April 25th and Phoenix on October 17th. Additionally, Champion Irrigation will be featured in several associate placements on the No. 1 throughout the season.
“We are thrilled to bring Champion Irrigation to the JR Motorsports family in 2026,” said JRM CEO Kelley Earnhardt Miller. “As an existing fixture in motorsports we are excited for the opportunity to help them make the leap into the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and are looking forward to a successful season for Champion Irrigation with Carson and the No. 1 team.”
Champion Irrigation was founded in 1937 on the Pejsa brothers’ breakthrough invention of the irrigation anti-siphon valve. That same innovation still anchors the company today and serves as a reminder of its commitment to supporting growth in every sense of the word.
With this new partnership, Champion Irrigation is entering an exciting new chapter as it expands beyond residential irrigation and moves into commercial, agricultural and drip irrigation offerings. Together, we are setting the stage for broader reach, stronger visibility, and continued innovation.
“JRM was an easy choice as a partner to help Champion Irrigation reach its future goals, JRM’s practice of honoring legacy and innovating for the future is a natural fit with Champion Irrigations business and cultural philosophy. JRM’s focus on the Fan and Champion Irrigations focus on the Customer align perfectly and we are excited to reach new heights together” Jim Kapparos Chief Marketing Officer.
Be sure to catch Kvapil and the No. 1 Champion Irrigation Chevrolet for their first of three primaries at Darlington on Saturday, March 21 on the CW, MRN, and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90.
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