Camden Murphy

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2023 Truck Bakugan Dragonoid 2023 Tour Stadium Championship Series Red Hometown Itasca, Illinois Birthday July 23

Winner of the 2022 Monster Jam Fan Favorite Driver of the Year, Camden Murphy has racked up awards since joining Monster Jam in 2017. He has competed in many oval track events, including NASCAR racing with starts in the Truck Series and XFINITY Series. The 2017 Rookie of the Year was also honored with an award in 2018 in recognition of his humanitarian efforts. On the track, Murphy is one to watch in Monster Jam racing. In 2019, he won 8 championships with a record of 51 wins and 14 losses.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

2017 Rookie of the Year
2018 Outreach Award
2022 Fan Favorite Driver of the Year

ABOUT CAMDEN

What are some of your interests/hobbies/favorite pastimes?
Other than driving racecars, I love to build and tinker on things in the garage. I also love to go and train on Go Karts whenever I can.
Who are your role models?
NASCAR driver Carl Edwards and Monster Jam driver Tom Meents.
Do you have any ‘pre-show’ rituals you run through?
I always put on all my safety equipment the same way.
What’s something a lot of people don’t know about you?
I teach people how to drive fast for a living and I love old trucks!
What is your favorite memory on or off the racetrack?
When I surprised a fan of mine while they were being treated at Lurie Children’s Hospital. It was a huge humbling moment for me.
What is your most prized possession?
The first thing that comes to mind is my car. I take care of it like no other because it allows me to drive across the country and do what I love to do.

LIFE ON THE ROAD

What is the best and worst thing about being on the road every weekend with Monster Jam?
There is nothing bad about it! My job is to travel across the country and give the fans the time of their lives!
While on the road, what is your favorite thing to do during your free time?
I love to go and find a local restaurant.
How do you keep fit?
As a Monster Jam athlete, I go to the gym and train. I also ride bikes as much as possible.
What item(s) can you not live without while traveling on the road with Monster Jam?
That’s a great question. There really isn’t anything I can’t live without.
What is your favorite city to travel to? Why?
I love them all! It doesn’t matter where we go, I love seeing my fans!

CAREER

How did you get started competing in Monster Jam?
I set it as a goal, and didn’t stop until I got there.
What is your favorite part about competing in Monster Jam?
The fans! I love the competition but the Monster Jam fans are everything!
How would you describe your driving style?
I would have to say it is smooth but aggressive.
What advice would you give to kids who want to become a Monster Jam driver?
Set it as a goal, and don’t stop until you make it happen!
What is your greatest memory as a Monster Jam driver?
I don’t have one great memory. All of my memories are great. Every time I get to see my Monster Jam fans is awesome!
Who in Monster Jam do you look up to for inspiration?
It would have to be my Monster Jam Professors: Tom Meents, Charlie Pauken and Jon Zimmer.

FUN FACTS

Do you have any nicknames?
My main nickname is Cam.
What’s your favorite movie?
That’s a tough one! I love Pirates of the Caribbean as well as Interstellar.
What’s your favorite TV show?
Shark Tank
What’s your favorite color?
Blue
What’s your favorite thing to eat?
Shrimp
How would your friends and family describe you?
Dedicated, determined and outgoing!

Camden Murphy GALLERY

STADIUM SERIES RED
CHAMPION: ADAM ANDERSON

POINTS THROUGH May 13, 2023

Position	Name	Truck	Points	Behind
1	Adam Anderson	Grave Digger	595	-
2	Camden Murphy	Bakugan Dragonoid	536	-59
3	Tom Meents	Max-D	514	-81
4	Bryce Kenny	Great Clips Mohawk Warrior	504	-91
5	Todd LeDuc	Megalodon	447	-148
6	Kayla Blood	Soldier Fortune	442	-153
7	Jamey Garner	El Toro Loco	409	-186
8	Cole Venard	Black Pearl	391	-204
9	Travis Mowery/Jeff Souza	Velociraptor/Rod Ryan Show	378	-217
10	Nick Pagliarulo	Kraken	320	-275
11	Mike Christensen	Vendetta	309	-286
12	Matt Pagliarulo	Jester	212	-383