Dalton Widner

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Dalton Widner

2024 Truck

Jurassic Attack

2024 Tour

Arena Championship Series West

Hometown

Knoxville, TN

Birthday

November 19

It didn’t take long for Dalton Widner to make his mark on Monster Jam. The Knoxville, Tennessee native scored a racing win in just his second attempt, beating Weston Anderson and Grave Digger in the final round in Worcester, Massachusetts in February 2022. Widner got interested in Monster Jam by watching the sport as a preschooler. He came from a drag racing family and often left football practice as a teenager to assist a local team with trucks. He attended University of North Carolina-Charlotte and played offensive line for the 49ers football squad before choosing to join Team Throttle Monster in 2022.

about

What are some of your interests/hobbies/favorite pastimes?
I love all types of racing, so if it isn’t Monster Jam, I love watching drag racing, short course truck racing, Baja, drifting and all kinds of stuff! I also really enjoy video games. If I have a little spare time at home, I’ll play a few rounds of whatever game seems fun to me at the time. Another hobby I’ve had since I was a kid is RCs. My dad got me my first hobby grade RC when I was around 10 years old, and I’ve been hooked on those ever since!
Who are your role models?
My parents most definitely. They set such an awesome example for me as a kid and raised me to be the man I am today. I aspire to have the character and temperament that my dad has and the attentiveness and focus that my mom has.
Do you have any pre-show rituals you run through?
Every show I climb in my truck a little early, get belted in and tighten down just a little bit. Then, I close my eyes and relax for a few seconds and breathe deep before it’s go time.
What’s something a lot of people don’t know about you?
I used to play Division 1 college football at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte!
What is your favorite memory on or off the racetrack?
My favorite memory is definitely my first Monster Jam racing win at my first ever Monster Jam event in Worcester, Massachusetts. I raced against some drivers that I’ve looked up to for a very long time. They are some of the most skilled drivers out there right now, in my opinion. It’s a win I’m very proud of.
What is your most prized possession?
It’s hard to choose just one, but I’d have to say it’s my 1973 Camaro. My dad bought that car before I was born, and it’s been with us my whole life. I learned a lot of my mechanical knowledge with my dad when we had it apart and back together. Every time I see that car I see my dad, so I could never get rid of it.

life on the road

What is the best and worst thing about being on the road every weekend with Monster Jam?
The best thing is seeing the sights that every city has to offer and meeting the new and excited fans at every venue we go to. I have memories watching my heroes compete in some of the very buildings I’ve been to, so it’s an awesome feeling of satisfaction that I’m living my dream! The worst thing has to be the time away from home. Being on the road really makes you appreciate the time you get to spend with friends and family and how precious that time is.
While on tour, what is your favorite thing to do during your free time?
I find the best restaurants in town and chow down! I’m also a big fan of history, so museums are really enjoyable for me!
How do you keep fit?
Rolling the giant BKT tires around and working on Monster Jam trucks before, during and after events definitely helps keep me in shape!
What item(s) can you not live without while traveling on the road with Monster Jam?
My speaker in the trailer because I can’t work without some music!
What is your favorite city to travel to? Why?
My favorite so far has been Las Vegas, NV. The fans there are some of the loudest I’ve ever heard!
What countries have you visited with Monster Jam?
USA and Canada

career

How did you get started competing in Monster Jam?
I started by volunteering for teams that would come to my hometown show, when I was 14 years old. I would help tire up and down trucks, clean them, clean the trailers or anything I was ever asked to do. From then to when I was 19, I volunteered trying to get my name out there and then I finally got a full-time job as a crew guy and eventually worked my way up into a driver’s seat!
What is your favorite part about competing in Monster Jam?
My favorite part has to be freestyle. When I finish my freestyle runs, I always get out and wave to the fans. Seeing the kids in the stands cheering really brings me joy because I remember I used to be one of those kids!
How would you describe your driving style?
My driving style is a mix of old school and new style tricks. I love getting some huge air, doing some stand up sky wheelies and hanging the steering wheel out the window in a donut. It’s just like the drivers I watched growing up. I also really enjoy throwing in some newer tricks like stoppies, moonwalks and bicycles.
What advice would you give to kids who want to become a Monster Jam driver?
Don’t ever lose sight of your goal, and don’t ever let anyone tell you that you can’t do it.
What is your greatest memory as a Monster Jam driver?
My greatest memory was the day I arrived for the first Monster Jam event of my career. I felt such a feeling of satisfaction and fulfillment that I had finally made it to the big leagues!
Who in Monster Jam do you look up to for inspiration?
Coty Saucier. I’ve always loved his driving style and how fast he is in racing. He also started out as a crew chief that became a driver later on, so I look at him and his accomplishments a lot for inspiration.

fun facts

Do you have any nicknames?
DT
What’s your favorite movie?
Transformers
What’s your favorite television show?
MythBusters
What’s your favorite color?
Orange
What’s your favorite thing to eat?
Ribeye Steak
What’s your favorite restaurant on the road?
Texas Roadhouse
How would your friends and family describe you?
Honest, loyal, caring, goofy, humble, competitive and generally a good time!

STADIUM SERIES EAST

POINTS THROUGH April 20, 2024

Position

Name

Truck

Points

Behind

Position 1

name Tyler Menninga /

truck Grave Digger /

points 593

behind –

Position 2

name Tristan England /

truck JCB DIGatron /

points 535

behind -58

Position 3

name Todd LeDuc /

truck Megalodon /

points 498

behind -95

Position 4

name Bryce Kenny /

truck Great Clips Mohawk Warrior /

points 467

behind -126

Position 5

name Tom Meents / Blake Granger / Coty Saucier /

truck Max-D /

points 431

behind -162

Position 6

name John Gordon /

truck Bad Company /

points 401

behind -192

Position 7

name Cole Venard / Mike Pagliarulo /

truck Black Pearl /

points 345

behind -248

Position 8

name Linsey Read / Charlie Pauken / Jamie Sullivan /

truck Lucas Stabilizer /

points 308

behind -285

Position 9

name Ryan Disharoon /

truck Shaker /

points 286

behind -307

Position 10

name Jamey Garner /

truck El Toro Loco /

points 279

behind -314

Position 11

name Matt Pagliarulo /

truck Jester /

points 242

behind -351

Position 12

name Mike Pagliarulo / Nick Pagliarulo /

truck Kraken /

points 194

behind -399

STADIUM SERIES WEST

Champion: Ryan Anderson

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

Champion: Weston Anderson

POINTS THROUGH April 21, 2024

Position

Name

Truck

Points

Behind

Position 1

name Weston Anderson /

truck Grave Digger /

points 1373

behind –

Position 2

name Fernando Martinez /

truck El Toro Loco /

points 1040

behind -333

Position 3

name Brianna Mahon /

truck Scooby-Doo /

points 1016

behind -357

Position 4

name Jamie Sullivan / Joe Dennis /

truck Monster Mutt Dalmatian /

points 977

behind -396

Position 5

name Brandan Tulachka /

truck Just Get Er Done /

points 936

behind -437

Position 6

name Alex Bardin /

truck Stone Crusher /

points 613

behind -760

Position 7

name Mikayla Tulachka /

truck Megalodon /

points 582

behind -791

Position 8

name Frank Krmel /

truck Zombie /

points 465

behind -908

ARENA SERIES EAST

POINTS THROUGH April 21, 2024

Position

Name

Truck

Points

Behind

Position 1

name Armando Castro /

truck El Toro Loco /

points 1132

behind –

Position 2

name Krysten Anderson /

truck Grave Digger /

points 1122

behind -10

Position 3

name Zack Garner /

truck Wild Side /

points 977

behind -155

Position 4

name Coty Saucier / Chelsea Vancleave / Joe Dennis / Tony Ochs /

truck Dragon /

points 880

behind -252

Position 5

name Chad Tingler /

truck Over Bored /

points 686

behind -446

Position 6

name Angelina Nock /

truck Megalodon /

points 593

behind -539

Position 7

name Mark Hall /

truck Raminator /

points 572

behind -560

Position 8

name Kurt Kraehmer /

truck Rammunition / Hotsy /

points 381

behind -751

ARENA SERIES WEST

Champion: Matt Cody

POINTS THROUGH April 7, 2024

Position

Name

Truck

Points

Behind

Position 1

name Matt Cody / Tyler Menninga / Coty Saucier /

truck Grave Digger /

points 1367

behind –

Position 2

name Dalton Widner /

truck Jurassic Attack /

points 1330

behind -37

Position 3

name Tony Ochs /

truck ThunderROARus /

points 1275

behind -92

Position 4

name MJ Solorio /

truck El Toro Loco /

points 992

behind -375

Position 5

name Ashley Sanford / Loghan Ashline / Bernard Lyght /

truck Megalodon /

points 898

behind -469

Position 6

name Berto Treviño /

truck Monster Mutt Rottweiler /

points 753

behind -614

Position 7

name Joe Urie / James Calhoun / David Olfert /

truck Earth Shaker /

points 628

behind -739

Position 8

name Devin Winfield / Jeff Souza /

truck Velociraptor /

points 622

behind -745

News

Dalton Widner

Dalton Widner

2024 Truck

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about

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STADIUM SERIES EAST

POINTS THROUGH April 20, 2024

STADIUM SERIES WEST

Champion: Ryan Anderson

POINTS THROUGH March 30, 2024

ARENA SERIES CENTRAL

Champion: Weston Anderson

POINTS THROUGH April 21, 2024

ARENA SERIES EAST

POINTS THROUGH April 21, 2024

ARENA SERIES WEST

Champion: Matt Cody

POINTS THROUGH April 7, 2024

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