J.D. has always had a competitive streak. In the early years skiing for Ski Club Vail, he found the Downhill Event was his specialty. The speed and competition made his smile even brighter. He Later went on to compete in the Junior Olympics of 2006. With Ski season over Fall 06, he immediately started competitive karting that summer.

The thrill of the shifter karts brought out a whole new world for J.D. At the age of 14 he started a lawn mowing business to help fund his new sport. Karting success led to Skip Barber Racing School, where the step up to cars started the racing dream. His first opportunity to race in a series was at the age of 17 in the Miller Motorsports Mustang Series where his rookie season of 5 races he won 4 poles, two 1st place, and two 2nd place finishes.

2009 brought a unique opportunity to try and race on a factory team. Competing over a 4 day session at Infineon Raceway, JD was selected to race for the VW 2009 Jetta Cup Series.

A quick wit, a quick smile, and a passion for competitive racing, you'll want to follow this young racers entry into the world of motorsports.