sentences:  He averaged 20 possessions a game in his 21 games in 2006 and was hitting top form just before the 2007 season.His elite speed was recognised and he was named in the 2006 International Rules Series side to tour Ireland.Bateman said a major career highlight was when he captained the Hawks in an indigenous round victory over West Coast at Launceston in 2007 when the Eagles were led by David Wirrpanda.