At 13 Carter’s biggest race wasn’t against another rider but against the uncertainty of if he would ever ride again, he’s riding & winning!
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Learn MoreWhat he loves most about motocross is the challenge. Every ride pushes him to be faster, stronger, and mentally tougher than the last. He loves the adrenaline, the competition, and the feeling of accomplishing something he has worked so hard to achieve. Beyond the track, motocross has taught him discipline, resilience, confidence, and perseverance. It isn’t just a sport to him—it’s where he feels most alive and where he has learned that hard work, determination, and heart can overcome.
On and off the track, he is inspired by top motocross riders around the world whose stories of resilience and perseverance fuel his drive. He also draws strength from his family’s sacrifices that make his journey possible, and from his trainers who support and push him every day to improve, believe in himself, and keep chasing his goals.
The moment that will stay with me forever wasn’t a championship win—it was watching him roll back to the starting gate after being told he would never race again. After a devastating spinal injury and emergency surgery, he chose courage over fear and determination over doubt. Seeing him trust himself, chase his dream again, and prove that heart is stronger than setbacks has been the proudest moment of my life.
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