Ryan Disharoon

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2023 Truck Shaker 2023 Tour Stadium Championship Series Blue Hometown Delmar, MD Birthday March 7

Second-generation racer Ryan Disharoon has been behind the wheel of his family’s Shaker truck ever since he first entered Monster Jam in 2014. Disharoon describes his driving style as “a little reckless, but in an effort to put on the best show possible for my fans.”

ABOUT RYAN

What are some of your interests/hobbies/favorite pastimes?
Building and fabricating high performance race vehicles.
Who are your role models?
My dad, Rick Disharoon.
Do you have any ‘pre-show’ rituals you run through?
I always yawn and drink sugar-free Red Bull.
What’s something a lot of people don’t know about you?
I raced BMX when I was young.
What is your favorite memory on or off the race track?
Watching my first truck run.
What is your most prized possession?
My beautiful wife, Amber and my family.

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 all the new places and fans. The worst thing is not being with my family.
While on the road, what is your favorite thing to do during your free time?
My favorite thing to do is go to new restaurants.
How do you keep fit?
I follow a low-carb diet paired with sit-ups.
What item(s) can you not live without while traveling on the road with Monster Jam?
I always have to have my phone and my hat.
What is your favorite city to travel to? Why?
So far, it’s been Las Vegas. It was a lot of fun with interesting sights.

CAREER

How did you get started competing in Monster Jam?
My father was the original driver and creator of Backdraft, so I decided to follow his footsteps.
What is your favorite part about competing in Monster Jam?
I love meeting all the new fans and the adrenaline rush I get from racing.
How would you describe your driving style?
A little reckless, but in an effort to put on the best show possible for my fans.
What advice would you give to kids who want to become a Monster Jam driver?
Never be afraid to follow your dreams and work hard to achieve your goals. That’s exactly what I did.
What is your greatest memory as a Monster Jam driver?
My first time racing in a stadium at Ford Field.
Who in Monster Jam do you look up to for inspiration?
Adam Anderson and Ryan Anderson.

FUN FACTS

Do you have any nicknames?
Tater and Flyin’ Ryan
What’s your favorite movie?
Anchorman
What’s your favorite television show?
Gotham and Seinfeld
What’s your favorite color?
White
What’s your favorite thing to eat?
Steak
How would your friend and family describe you?
Funny and compassionate.

STADIUM SERIES BLUE
CHAMPION: TYLER MENNINGA

POINTS THROUGH May 20, 2023

Position	Name	Truck	Points	Behind
1	Tyler Menninga	Grave Digger	642	-
2	Ryan Anderson	Son-uva Digger	617	-25
3	Bari Musawwir	Zombie	517	-125
4	Cory Rummell	Megalodon	473	-169
5	Cynthia Gauthier	Lucas Stabilizer	413	-229
6	Mark List/Charlie Pauken/Chelsea Vancleve/Coty Saucier	El Toro Loco	409	-233
7	John Gordon	Bad Company	409	-233
8	Colt Stephens	ThunderROARus	396	-246
9	Chris Koehler	Monster Mutt	391	-251
10	Jim Koehler	Avenger	391	-251
11	Ryan Disharoon	Shaker	355	-287
12	Joe Foley	AXE/The Rod Ryan Show	290	-352