How I got started

I started on a Honda 250EX for fun and riding trails. The following year I got a Honda 300EX again just for fun. I would ride some local tracks on the weekends and at a local track in Conroe, Texas, I just happen to be there the same weekend John Natalie decided to show up and practice. I was amazed at his talent! My family and I went to the National race in Lake Whitney, Texas in 2005 shortly after this to check out what this "quad racing hype" was all about, I immediately started racing on a local level with the STQRA. After one year of racing, I was ready to take it to the next level by attending the ATVA series for 2006 as well as continued to race with the STQRA.

Goals for the Future

My plan, my goal, and above all my dream is to one day become a pro ATV Champion on a national and worldwide level. I feel I am a much improved rider due to the experience you see and get on a national level of quad racing. I plan to return to the Production B class, competing in the WPSA series for 2007 for even more experience and to better improve my riding ability. I currently work out daily by riding a bike, running, swimming and lifting weights. I believe the best work out you can give yourself is "seat time" !

What inspires you to compete?

The role models that are the current pro riders today, John Natalie, Doug Gust , Jeremiah Jones, Joe Byrd. Dustin Wimmer had an awesome 2006 season and he is not much older than me, now thats inspiring!

Some Personal Information About Me:

Born Joshua Deshay Bateman on January 2, 1990. My parents are Carl and Terri Bateman. I have 1 sister, Caressa. We currenly live in Spring, Texas with 3 dogs. I have played a competitive sport since the age of 5.

Why do you compete?

To become the best that I can be...I enjoy riding, it is such an adrenaline rush! I just want to stay healthy and continue to get better and better.

What do you want to be when you grow up?

Definetely a pro rider, that is my goal. I will be attending college as well.

Schools Attended

Salyers Elementary Twin Creeks Middle School Spring High School

I attended 10 out of the 14 races on the ATVA 2006 series, racing in the Production B Class. Attended all local races with the STQRA. My highlight of this year in racing was at Muddy Creek where I pulled the holeshot in the 265 B Class.