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Chris Koehler in Monster Mutt

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Chris Koehler

2024 Truck

Monster Mutt

2024 Tour

Stadium Championship Series West

Birthday

October 19

Residence

Columbus, MI

Driving Axe for Team Scream gave Chris Koehler the in-road he needed to begin to make his mark on Monster Jam competition. The second-generation racer made his Monster Jam debut in October 2020, just days after his 21st birthday. In 2023, Chris Koehler competed in a full season and earned co-Rookie of the Year honors. One could say “like father, like son” as Chris follows in the footsteps of his father “Mr. Excitement,” Jim Koehler.

career highlights

  • 2023 Rookie of the Year

about

  • What are some of your interests/hobbies/favorite pastimes?
    My biggest interest is monster trucks. I also ride dirt bikes.
  • Who are your role models?
    Jim Koehler, Tom Meents, and Colby Raha
  • Do you have any pre-show rituals you run through?
    Before the event, I have to listen to certain songs, get dressed a certain way, and walk the track extensively. I also do not eat a lot on race day.
  • What’s something a lot of people don’t know about you?
    A lot of people do not know that I have a bachelor’s degree in welding engineering technology from Ferris State University.
  • What is your favorite memory on or off the racetrack?
    My favorite memory off the racetrack has to be all the years I spent in college building all the connections I have made along the way. Graduating was a great honor and a very bittersweet moment.
  • What is your most prized possession?
    My most prized possession is easily my monster truck. I also have a tricked out 2021 crf110.

life on the road

  • What is the best and worst thing about being on the road every weekend with Monster Jam?
    Getting to spend time hanging out with the other drivers and crew is my favorite part. My least favorite part has to be all of the time driving the semi from one event to the next.
  • While on tour, what is your favorite thing to do during your free time?
    My favorite thing to do in my free time is to workout, listen to music, hangout with friends, think of new tricks to perform in the truck, watch a good movie, and think of new concepts.
  • How do you keep fit?
    I work out 5-6 times a week to stay in the best shape possible. I also watch my diet trying to eat as many vegetables as possible. I also consume a lot of chicken.
  • What item(s) can you not live without while traveling on the road with Monster Jam?
    I need music so headphones are number one priority. Second has to be protein powder. Energy drinks are also a must.
  • What is your favorite city to travel to?
    Las Vegas or Arlington
  • What countries have you visited with Monster Jam?
    I have only travelled in the United States and Canada so far. Hoping to see many more in the future!

career

  • How did you get started competing in Monster Jam?
    My dad has been driving since before I was born so I have grown up watching and working on monster trucks. Once I hit 18, I had earned myself a seat and started driving.
  • What is your favorite part about competing in Monster Jam?
    My favorite part is the level of competition; it is the highest level of competition with the toughest drivers you can find. I also enjoy racing in stadiums full of 40,000+ fans.
  • How would you describe your driving style?
    My driving style is very on the edge. I would describe it as chaos with wild situations I put myself in while driving the monster truck.
  • What advice would you give to kids who want to become a Monster Jam driver?
    Chase your dreams. Nothing is impossible, the best things in life never come easy or everyone would be doing it! Be the best you can be!
  • What is your greatest memory as a Monster Jam driver?
    My favorite memory has to be when my dad won Monster Jam World Finals in 2012 or my huge air from Arlington in 2020.
  • Who in Monster Jam do you look up to for inspiration?
    Jim Koehler, Tom Meents, Ryan Anderson, and Mikey Vaters

fun facts

  • Do you have any nicknames?
    Chris, The Terminator, Chris Sicko Mode, The Main Event, Chris Hollywood
  • What’s your favorite movie?
    Django Unchained
  • What’s your favorite television show?
    Ozark, Breaking Bad, Rick and Morty, or Bojack Horseman
  • What’s your favorite color?
    Orange
  • What’s your favorite thing to eat?
    Steak
  • What’s your favorite restaurant on the road?
    Any steakhouse
  • How would your friends and family describe you?
    Wild, driven, funny, talkative, reliable, good company, and an extrovert

STADIUM SERIES EAST

POINTS THROUGH April 14, 2024

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Tyler Menninga /
truck Grave Digger /
points 571
behind
Position 2
name Tristan England /
truck JCB DIGatron /
points 505
behind -66
Position 3
name Todd LeDuc /
truck Megalodon /
points 475
behind -96
Position 4
name Bryce Kenny /
truck Great Clips Mohawk Warrior /
points 443
behind -128
Position 5
name Tom Meents / Blake Granger / Coty Saucier /
truck Max-D /
points 412
behind -159
Position 6
name John Gordon /
truck Bad Company /
points 393
behind -178
Position 7
name Cole Venard / Mike Pagliarulo /
truck Black Pearl /
points 321
behind -250
Position 8
name Linsey Read / Charlie Pauken / Jamie Sullivan /
truck Lucas Stabilizer /
points 279
behind -292
Position 9
name Ryan Disharoon /
truck Shaker /
points 276
behind -295
Position 10
name Jamey Garner /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 261
behind -310
Position 11
name Matt Pagliarulo /
truck Jester /
points 232
behind -339
Position 12
name Mike Pagliarulo / Nick Pagliarulo /
truck Kraken /
points 183
behind -388

STADIUM SERIES WEST

Champion: Ryan Anderson

Ryan Anderson in Son-uva Digger

POINTS THROUGH March 30, 2024

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Ryan Anderson /
truck Son-uva Digger /
points 584
behind -0
Position 2
name Adam Anderson / Charlie Pauken / Tyler Menninga /
truck Grave Digger /
points 509
behind -75
Position 3
name Camden Murphy /
truck Bakugan Dragonoid /
points 479
behind -105
Position 4
name Bari Musawwir / Todd LeDuc /
truck Zombie /
points 442
behind -142
Position 5
name Cory Rummell /
truck Megalodon /
points 426
behind -158
Position 6
name Colt Stephens /
truck ThunderROARus /
points 407
behind -177
Position 7
name Chris Koehler /
truck Monster Mutt / Northern Nightmare /
points 324
behind -260
Position 8
name David Olfert /
truck Velociraptor / Rod Ryan Show /
points 321
behind -263
Position 9
name Kayla Blood /
truck Soldier Fortune /
points 321
behind -263
Position 10
name Joe Foley /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 318
behind -266
Position 11
name Jim Koehler /
truck Avenger /
points 262
behind -322
Position 12
name Mike Christensen /
truck Vendetta /
points 208
behind -376

ARENA SERIES CENTRAL

Weston Anderson in Grave Digger

POINTS THROUGH April 14, 2024

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Weston Anderson /
truck Grave Digger /
points 1285
behind
Position 2
name Fernando Martinez /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 972
behind -313
Position 3
name Brianna Mahon /
truck Scooby-Doo /
points 953
behind -332
Position 4
name Jamie Sullivan / Joe Dennis /
truck Monster Mutt Dalmatian /
points 910
behind -375
Position 5
name Brandan Tulachka /
truck Just Get Er Done /
points 885
behind -400
Position 6
name Alex Bardin /
truck Stone Crusher /
points 578
behind -707
Position 7
name Mikayla Tulachka /
truck Megalodon /
points 546
behind -739
Position 8
name Frank Krmel /
truck Zombie /
points 441
behind -844

ARENA SERIES EAST

Krysten Anderson in Grave Digger

POINTS THROUGH April 14, 2024

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Krysten Anderson /
truck Grave Digger /
points 1024
behind
Position 2
name Armando Castro /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 1024
behind
Position 3
name Zack Garner /
truck Wild Side /
points 900
behind -124
Position 4
name Coty Saucier / Chelsea Vancleave / Joe Dennis / Tony Ochs /
truck Dragon /
points 828
behind -196
Position 5
name Chad Tingler /
truck Over Bored /
points 610
behind -414
Position 6
name Angelina Nock /
truck Megalodon /
points 535
behind -489
Position 7
name Mark Hall /
truck Raminator /
points 529
behind -495
Position 8
name Kurt Kraehmer /
truck Rammunition / Hotsy /
points 345
behind -679

ARENA SERIES WEST

POINTS THROUGH April 7, 2024

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Brandon Vinson / Matt Cody / Tyler Menninga / Coty Saucier /
truck Grave Digger /
points 1312
behind
Position 2
name Dalton Widner /
truck Jurassic Attack /
points 1251
behind -61
Position 3
name Tony Ochs /
truck ThunderROARus /
points 1198
behind -114
Position 4
name MJ Solorio /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 942
behind -370
Position 5
name Ashley Sanford / Loghan Ashline / Bernard Lyght /
truck Megalodon /
points 853
behind -459
Position 6
name Berto Treviño /
truck Monster Mutt Rottweiler /
points 700
behind -612
Position 7
name Joe Urie / James Calhoun / David Olfert /
truck Earth Shaker /
points 594
behind -718
Position 8
name Devin Winfield / Jeff Souza /
truck Velociraptor /
points 591
behind -721
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