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Krysten Anderson in Grave Digger

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Krysten Anderson

2026 Truck

Grave Digger

2026 Tour

Arena East

Hometown

Currituck, North Carolina

Birthday

May 16

Daughter of Monster Jam Hall of Famer Dennis Anderson, Krysten got her chance behind the wheel of a Monster Jam truck in 2017, winning her first Freestyle competition in just her second event. In 2022, she became the first ever female Monster Jam series champion by winning the Arena Series Central championship. She was named the winner of the 2022 Rising Star Award.

career highlights

  • 2021 Save of the Year
  • 2022 Arena Series Central Champion
  • 2022 Rising Star of the Year

about

  • What are some of your interests/hobbies/favorite pastimes?
    When I’m not hanging out with my family, I’m at the beach with my friends or in my hobby shop drawing or painting.
  • Who are your role models?
    My biggest role models would have to be my parents. They are both extremely hard working, supportive, respectable and they have raised me right.
  • Do you have any ‘pre-show’ rituals you run through?
    Call Dad! When I have any questions, I look to my dad. He gives some of the best advice. After I get off the phone with him, I walk the track, scope out the obstacles, strap into my seat, clear my head and have quite time.
  • What’s something a lot of people don’t know about you?
    I was planning on going to college to study studio art and graphic design. My plan was to pursue a career in Monster Jam as a graphic designer for the Monster Jam trucks!
  • What is your favorite memory on or off the race track?
    When I received my Grave Digger jersey with MY name on it.
  • What is your most prized possession?
    My bag full of make up.

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 being on the road would be meeting new fans and seeing old ones every weekend. I get to be with my fellow athletes and new friends too. The worst part is being away from home.
  • While on the road, what is your favorite thing to do during your free time?
    Hang out with the team on my tour.
  • How do you keep fit?
    My fellow athletes keep me motivated on the road by going to the gym with me. While I’m home I go to the gym in town.
  • What item(s) can you not live without while traveling on the road with Monster Jam?
    My phone to stay in contact with home and my make up bag because I’m a lady!

career

  • How did you get started competing in Monster Jam?
    Monster Jam is all I know. I was born into the sport through my dad. An opportunity opened up for me to drive in 2017 and I took it!
  • What is your favorite part about competing in Monster Jam?
    Getting to carry on my family’s legacy.
  • How would you describe your driving style?
    I’m an Anderson… you never know what you’re going to see!
  • What advice would you give to kids who want to become a Monster Jam driver?
    No dream is too big. Don’t let anyone tell you, you can’t do something because of your gender, age, race, etc., because you can! Work hard, stay focused and follow your heart… it will take you far.
  • Who in Monster Jam do you look up to for inspiration?
    My dad and brothers, of course.

fun facts

  • Do you have any nicknames?
    My friends and family call me “Krustacean.” When my oldest nephew Wade Anderson was learning how to say my name, he called be “Aunt Krustacean.” His favorite toy for a while was the Crushstation Hot Wheels truck. He knew the name of every Monster Jam truck and every drive by the time he was two so when it came time to say “Aunt Krysten” it came out, “Aunt Krustacean.” It was so funny so we put a ‘K’ on it and it just stuck.
  • What’s your favorite movie?
    That’s tough… I love comedies.
  • What’s your favorite television show?
    Ridiculousness or Impractical Jokers – it has to be funny.
  • What’s your favorite color?
    Turquoise blue
  • What’s your favorite thing to eat?
    Seafood. My dad makes a mean Carolina shrimp boil.
  • How would your friend and family describe you?
    They would say that I am kind, super funny, down-to-earth, creative and slightly competitive.

2026 STADIUM SERIES EAST

Champion: Tristan England

Tristan England in JCB DIGatron

POINTS THROUGH May 2, 2026

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Tristan England / Brandon Arthur /
truck JCB DIGatron /
points 550
behind -0
Position 2
name Camden Murphy /
truck Classroom Crusher /
points 475
behind -75
Position 3
name Chris Koehler /
truck Mayhem /
points 438
behind -112
Position 4
name Adam Anderson /
truck Grave Digger /
points 436
behind -114
Position 5
name Colt Stephens /
truck ThunderROARus /
points 417
behind -133
Position 6
name Jamie Sullivan /
truck Sparkle Smash /
points 392
behind -158
Position 7
name Mike Pagliarulo /
truck Excaliber /
points 378
behind -172
Position 8
name Cynthia Gauthier /
truck Lucas Stabilizer /
points 375
behind -175
Position 9
name Jim Koehler /
truck Avenger /
points 300
behind -250
Position 10
name Joe Foley /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 292
behind -258
Position 11
name Kevin Crocker /
truck Megalodon /
points 253
behind -297
Position 12
name Matt Pagliarulo /
truck Jester /
points 180
behind -370

2026 STADIUM SERIES WEST

Champion: Ryan Anderson

Ryan Anderson in Son-uva Digger

POINTS THROUGH May 9, 2026

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Ryan Anderson /
truck Son-uva Digger /
points 550
behind -0
Position 2
name Tyler Menninga /
truck Grave Digger /
points 538
behind -12
Position 3
name Bari Musawwir /
truck Zombie /
points 466
behind -84
Position 4
name Bryce Kenny /
truck Tech Deck Wreck Deck /
points 460
behind -90
Position 5
name Dalton Widner /
truck Shell Shock’ed /
points 451
behind -99
Position 6
name Zack Garner /
truck Wild Side / Rod Ryan Show /
points 449
behind -101
Position 7
name Cory Rummell /
truck Bailey Circuit /
points 401
behind -149
Position 8
name John Gordon / Deidra Garner /
truck Megalodon /
points 343
behind -207
Position 9
name Mike Christensen /
truck Vendetta /
points 328
behind -222
Position 10
name Cole Venard /
truck Black Pearl /
points 279
behind -271
Position 11
name Jamey Garner /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 254
behind -296
Position 12
name Kayla Blood /
truck Sparkle Smash /
points 252
behind -298

2026 ARENA SERIES WEST

Champion: Armando Castro

Armando Castro in El Toro Loco

POINTS THROUGH May 3, 2026

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Armando Castro / Matt Dummer /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 1129
behind -0
Position 2
name Ryan Vargas / Geneva Keller /
truck Monster Mutt Dalmatian /
points 1027
behind -102
Position 3
name Matt Cody / Charlie Pauken /
truck Grave Digger /
points 969
behind -160
Position 4
name Tim Hall Jr /
truck Jurassic Attack /
points 921
behind -208
Position 5
name Alex Bardin /
truck Earth Shaker /
points 775
behind -354
Position 6
name Carson Williams /
truck ThunderROARus /
points 674
behind -455
Position 7
name Ashley Sanford / Matt Dummer / Angelina Nock /
truck Megalodon /
points 584
behind -545
Position 8
name Cliff Turner /
truck Velociraptor /
points 441
behind -688

2026 ARENA SERIES EAST

Champion: Jon Zimmer Jr

Jon Zimmer Jr. in Terminal Velocity

POINTS THROUGH May 10, 2026

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Jon Zimmer Jr /
truck Terminal Velocity /
points 831
behind -0
Position 2
name MJ Solorio /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 696
behind -135
Position 3
name Triton Robbins /
truck Krazy Train /
points 627
behind -204
Position 4
name Coty Saucier /
truck Dragon /
points 620
behind -211
Position 5
name Krysten Anderson / Brandon Arthur /
truck Grave Digger /
points 549
behind -282
Position 6
name Montana Robbins /
truck Plane Krazy /
points 540
behind -291
Position 7
name Jon Zimmer /
truck Megalodon /
points 523
behind -308
Position 8
name Loghan Ashline /
truck Sparkle Smash /
points 353
behind -478

2026 FREESTYLE MANIA CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES

Team Grave Digger: Weston Anderson & Noah Bakken

POINTS THROUGH April 19, 2026

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Weston Anderson/Noah Bakken /
truck Grave Digger /
points 1699
behind -0
Position 2
name Tony Ochs/TJ Tiffany/Josh Headford /
truck JCB DIGatron /
points 1534
behind -165
Position 3
name Fernando Martinez/AJ Rozboril /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 1424
behind -275
Position 4
name Chuckie Pauken/Drew Slaugh /
truck Classroom Crusher /
points 1257
behind -442
Position 5
name Mikayla Tulachka/Scott Murray /
truck Megalodon /
points 1216
behind -483
Position 6
name Brianna Mahon/Chelsea VanCleave/Gregg Duffy /
truck Bailey Circuit /
points 1206
behind -493
Position 7
name Kylie Kent/Cam Sepulveda /
truck Sparkle Smash /
points 1018
behind -681
Position 8
name Brandan Tulachka/Chandler Haider /
truck Zombie /
points 1017
behind -682