Virginia native Travis Mowery joined Monster Jam in 2018 as driver of Zombie for Mente Motorsports. He is a second-generation monster truck driver, having spent his youth as a crew member of his father’s team. Mowery describes his driving style as “hard, aggressive and technical.” He joined Team Throttle Monster at the start of the 2022 season, having previously raced for his father-in-law Darren Migues.
about
- What are some of your interests/hobbies/favorite pastimes?
I like to spend my free time with family & friends, working in the shop building things, shooting and anything that goes fast! - Who are your role models?
My grandfather Roger, Tyson Fury, Dustin Poirier, and Eminem. - Do you have any pre-show rituals you run through?
I like to strap in a few minutes early, relax and calm the nerves, say a prayer, and get ready for an awesome event! - What’s something a lot of people don’t know about you?
I am a second-generation driver and that I also compete against my wife. - What is your favorite memory on or off the racetrack?
My favorite memory would be spending two weeks out on the road with my dad racing with him being my crew guy as I was for him when we raced when I was younger. - What is your most prized possession?
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 about traveling is all the great places you get to see along with the people you meet. The worst would be the mental and physical drain it has on the body. - While on tour, what is your favorite thing to do during your free time?
Explore new places and try new food and things. - How do you keep fit?
Eat healthy, stay active and good habits. - What item(s) can you not live without while traveling on the road with Monster Jam?
A map or my phone. Technology makes life easier traveling! - What is your favorite city to travel to? Why?
Cardiff, Wales, UK. A lot of unique places and things to do! - What countries have you visited with Monster Jam?
Brazil, Sweden, Spain, Netherlands, Germany, UK, and Canada.
career
- How did you get started competing in Monster Jam?
I’ve been a fan for as far back as I can remember. I used to travel when I was younger with my dad and his monster truck and knew that’s what I wanted to do when I got older. Throughout the years I raced RC cars at the Diggers Dungeon with a lot of people involved in the industry while working with teams at shows, helping any way I could putting time in and I eventually worked my way to a driving position. - What is your favorite part about competing in Monster Jam?
Seeing all the great people and fans! - How would you describe your driving style?
Hard, Aggressive and Technical. - What advice would you give to kids who want to become a Monster Jam driver?
Never give up on your dreams, don’t be afraid to put the work in and stay focused! - What is your greatest memory as a Monster Jam driver?
Being a part of the Zombie nation during my 2018 rookie season competing in Stadium Championship 3 with many seasoned veterans finishing 8th out of 14. - Who in Monster Jam do you look up to for inspiration?
Coty Saucier, Tom Meents, The Andersons.
fun facts
- Do you have any nicknames?
Trav, TMow, TPain. - What’s your favorite movie?
Remember the Titans. - What’s your favorite television show?
Deadliest Catch. - What’s your favorite color?
Blue. - What’s your favorite thing to eat?
Mexican. - What’s your favorite restaurant on the road?
Any good Steakhouse. - How would your friends and family describe you?
Happy, hardworking, honest guy.
STADIUM SERIES EAST
POINTS THROUGH March 9, 2024
Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position
1
name
Tyler Menninga /
truck
Grave Digger /
points
479
behind
–
Position
2
name
Tristan England /
truck
JCB DIGatron /
points
434
behind
-45
Position
3
name
Todd LeDuc /
truck
Megalodon /
points
384
behind
-95
Position
4
name
Tom Meents / Colton Eichelberger / Blake Granger /
truck
Max-D /
points
371
behind
-108
Position
5
name
Bryce Kenny /
truck
Great Clips Mohawk Warrior /
points
367
behind
-112
Position
6
name
John Gordon /
truck
Bad Company /
points
340
behind
-139
Position
7
name
Cole Venard / Mike Pagliarulo /
truck
Black Pearl /
points
277
behind
-202
Position
8
name
Ryan Disharoon /
truck
Shaker /
points
242
behind
-237
Position
9
name
Linsey Read / Charlie Pauken /
truck
Lucas Stabilizer /
points
228
behind
-251
Position
10
name
Jamey Garner /
truck
El Toro Loco /
points
222
behind
-257
Position
11
name
Matt Pagliarulo /
truck
Jester /
points
187
behind
-292
Position
12
name
Mike Pagliarulo / Nick Pagliarulo /
truck
Kraken /
points
131
behind
-364
STADIUM SERIES WEST
POINTS THROUGH March 10, 2024
Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position
1
name
Ryan Anderson /
truck
Son-uva Digger /
points
518
behind
-0
Position
2
name
Adam Anderson / Charlie Pauken /
truck
Grave Digger /
points
467
behind
-51
Position
3
name
Camden Murphy /
truck
Bakugan Dragonoid /
points
438
behind
-80
Position
4
name
Bari Musawwir /
truck
Zombie /
points
404
behind
-114
Position
5
name
Cory Rummell /
truck
Megalodon /
points
389
behind
-129
Position
6
name
Colt Stephens /
truck
ThunderROARus /
points
382
behind
-136
Position
7
name
Chris Koehler /
truck
Monster Mutt / Northern Nightmare /
points
296
behind
-222
Position
8
name
Joe Foley /
truck
El Toro Loco /
points
288
behind
-230
Position
9
name
David Olfert /
truck
Velociraptor / Rod Ryan Show /
points
284
behind
-234
Position
10
name
Kayla Blood /
truck
Soldier Fortune /
points
269
behind
-249
Position
11
name
Jim Koehler /
truck
Avenger /
points
215
behind
-303
Position
12
name
Mike Christensen /
truck
Vendetta /
points
185
behind
-333
ARENA SERIES CENTRAL
POINTS THROUGH March 17, 2024
Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position
1
name
Weston Anderson /
truck
Grave Digger /
points
1037
behind
–
Position
2
name
Fernando Martinez /
truck
El Toro Loco /
points
762
behind
-275
Position
3
name
Brianna Mahon /
truck
Scooby-Doo /
points
753
behind
-284
Position
4
name
Brandan Tulachka /
truck
Just Get Er Done /
points
698
behind
-339
Position
5
name
Jamie Sullivan / Joe Dennis /
truck
Monster Mutt Dalmatian /
points
685
behind
-352
Position
6
name
Alex Bardin /
truck
Stone Crusher /
points
458
behind
-579
Position
7
name
Mikayla Tulachka /
truck
Megalodon /
points
444
behind
-593
Position
8
name
Frank Krmel /
truck
Zombie /
points
358
behind
-679
ARENA SERIES EAST
POINTS THROUGH March 17, 2024
Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position
1
name
Krysten Anderson /
truck
Grave Digger /
points
720
behind
–
Position
2
name
Armando Castro /
truck
El Toro Loco /
points
706
behind
-14
Position
3
name
Zack Garner /
truck
Wild Side /
points
620
behind
-100
Position
4
name
Coty Saucier / Chelsea Vancleave /
truck
Dragon /
points
618
behind
-102
Position
5
name
Chad Tingler /
truck
Over Bored /
points
424
behind
-296
Position
6
name
Mark Hall /
truck
Raminator /
points
398
behind
-322
Position
7
name
Angelina Nock /
truck
Megalodon /
points
374
behind
-346
Position
8
name
Kurt Kraehmer /
truck
Rammunition / Hotsy /
points
2145
behind
-475
ARENA SERIES WEST
POINTS THROUGH March 17, 2024
Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position
1
name
Brandon Vinson / Matt Cody / Tyler Menninga /
truck
Grave Digger /
points
1062
behind
–
Position
2
name
Tony Ochs /
truck
ThunderROARus /
points
955
behind
-107
Position
3
name
Dalton Widner /
truck
Jurassic Attack /
points
926
behind
-136
Position
4
name
MJ Solorio /
truck
El Toro Loco /
points
729
behind
-333
Position
5
name
Ashley Sanford / Loghan Ashline /
truck
Megalodon /
points
677
behind
-385
Position
6
name
Berto Treviño /
truck
Monster Mutt Rottweiler /
points
533
behind
-529
Position
7
name
Joe Urie / James Calhoun /
truck
Earth Shaker /
points
485
behind
-577
Position
8
name
Devin Winfield / Jeff Souza /
truck
Velociraptor /
points
432
behind
-630
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