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Fernando Martinez in El Toro Loco

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Fernando Martinez

2025 Truck

El Toro Loco

2025 Tour

Arena Championship Series Central

Hometown

Rialto, California

Birthday

February 19

A lifelong Monster Jam fan, Fernando Martinez helped out at various events hoping to one day make it as a Monster Jam driver. He graduated Monster Jam University in 2023 and made his debut in Nampa, ID, in October. Martinez describes his driving style as “a mix of smooth technical moves, spiced up with a healthy dose of jaw-dropping moments.” He earned Rookie of the Year honors in 2024.

career highlights

  • 2024 Rookie of the Year

about

  • What are some of your interests/hobbies/favorite pastimes?
    I love doing anything that allows me to create: painting, sculpting, video production, etc., listening to music or watching documentaries.
  • Who are your role models?
    Oh man, so many, for various reasons: Chris Bumstead, Travis Pastrana, Will Tennyson, Ozzy Osbourne, and I’m probably missing so many more.
  • Do you have any pre-event rituals you run through?
    Grounding is key for me. I take a walk, find a quiet spot to reflect, and practice gratitude. It brings me peace and gets me ready to hit the track with a mindset focused on having as much fun as I can.
  • What’s something a lot of people don’t know about you?
    Only about 17% of the world’s population can wiggle their ears, and I’m one of them.
  • What is your favorite memory on or off the racetrack?
    Going to events in Anaheim with my dad come to my mind. He introduced me to Monster Jam and essentially helped me find my life’s passion. Going to events with him was and still is very special.
  • What is your most prized possession?
    When I was a kid, I found a car key to a Saturn vehicle in a ditch. Not sure why, but I always made sure to keep it around.

life on the road

  • What is the best and worst thing about being on the road every weekend with Monster Jam?
    Best: sightseeing, experiencing new cultures and meeting new people; Worst: increased amount of Christmas cards I have to send out with every new friend I make!
  • While on tour, what is your favorite thing to do during your free time?
    There’s so much to do that when I get tired out, I find myself a mellow spot to listen to music or talk with friends and family from back home.
  • How do you keep fit?
    Simple. 10,000 steps daily. No steps? no donuts.… balance.
  • What item(s) can you not live without while traveling on the road with Monster Jam?
    Headphones and a comfy hoodie sweater
  • What is your favorite city to travel to? Why?
    Undecided, but I will say, whichever city gets the most wild and crazy for Monster Jam will always have my vote.

career

  • How did you get started competing in Monster Jam?
    Monster Jam has been my passion since I was a kid, when my dad first introduced me to it. Once those trucks caught my eye, there was no turning back. It quickly became my life’s goal to become a Monster Jam driver. As I grew up, I couldn’t get enough of it, and when I hit 18, I decided to soak up everything I could about the industry. I didn’t just study it; I jumped in, volunteered working on the trucks or doing event prep, made some cool friends, and believe it or not, ended up trying out and getting trained by none other than Tom Meents and his fantastic coaching team. It’s been an insane journey thus far.
  • What is your favorite part about competing in Monster Jam?
    The connection with the fans. They bring the energy, and we give it right back. It’s an incredible bond we share.
  • How would you describe your driving style?
    I’d say it’s a mix of smooth technical moves, spiced up with a healthy dose of jaw-dropping moments. It’s all about keeping the crowd (and myself) guessing.
  • What advice would you give to kids who want to become a Monster Jam driver?
    Be a student of the game. Listen more than you speak. And most of all, your greatest strength is to be yourself.
  • What is your greatest memory as a Monster Jam driver?
    When I could look my parents in the eyes and say, “All the late nights, sacrifices, and support you’ve given me, it wasn’t in vain. I made it.” Their dedication and love are what got me here, and I’ll never forget that.
  • Who in Monster Jam do you look up to for inspiration?
    My childhood heroes in Monster Jam were definitely Tom Meents and Dennis Anderson. Nowadays, I believe inspiration can be found in anyone or anything that has something to teach, as long as you’re willing to learn.

fun facts

  • Do you have any nicknames?
    Variants stemming from “Fern”: Fernie, Ferocious Fern, Ferniefreestyles, Fern Dawg. The possibilities are endless.
  • What’s your favorite movie?
    How can I pick one? The Outsiders, Talladega Nights: Ballad of Ricky Bobby, The Simpsons Movie, Hot Rod, and The Crow.
  • What’s your favorite television show?
    Whose Line Is It Anyways?
  • What’s your favorite color?
    Orange
  • What’s your favorite thing to eat?
    Chicken Pad Thai
  • What’s your favorite restaurant on the road?
    Any hidden treasures recommended by the locals
  • How would your friends and family describe you?
    Mom: “Sweetest boy. Travieso with a good heart.” Dad: “Hard worker. Taller than me” Sister: “Bestiiieeee”

STADIUM SERIES EAST – 2025

POINTS THROUGH February 9, 2025

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Tyler Menninga /
truck Grave Digger /
points 299
behind
Position 2
name Bari Musawwir /
truck Zombie /
points 288
behind -11
Position 3
name Dalton Widner /
truck Jurassic Attack /
points 249
behind -50
Position 4
name Camden Murphy /
truck Classroom Crusher /
points 246
behind -53
Position 5
name Armando Castro /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 246
behind -53
Position 6
name Colt Stephens /
truck ThunderROARus /
points 215
behind -84
Position 7
name Jim Koehler /
truck Avenger /
points 189
behind -110
Position 8
name Cynthia Gauthier /
truck Lucas Stabilizer /
points 179
behind -120
Position 9
name Chris Koehler /
truck Mayhem /
points 169
behind -130
Position 10
name Mike Christensen /
truck Vendetta /
points 165
behind -134
Position 11
name Joe Foley /
truck AXE / Rod Ryan Show /
points 129
behind -170
Position 12
name Kevin Crocker /
truck Megalodon /
points 104
behind -195

STADIUM SERIES WEST – 2025

Tristan England in JCB DIGatron

POINTS THROUGH February 9, 2025

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Tristan England /
truck JCB DIGatron /
points 266
behind -0
Position 2
name Ryan Anderson /
truck Son-uva Digger /
points 233
behind -33
Position 3
name Bryce Kenny /
truck Monster Mutt /
points 216
behind -50
Position 4
name Todd LeDuc /
truck Megalodon /
points 209
behind -57
Position 5
name Adam Anderson /
truck Grave Digger /
points 203
behind -63
Position 6
name Zack Garner /
truck Wild Side /
points 193
behind -73
Position 7
name Cole Venard /
truck Black Pearl /
points 166
behind -100
Position 8
name Mike Pagliarulo /
truck Excaliber /
points 165
behind -101
Position 9
name Kayla Blood /
truck Sparkle Smash /
points 122
behind -144
Position 10
name Jamey Garner /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 119
behind -147
Position 11
name Matt Pagliarulo /
truck Jester /
points 89
behind -177
Position 12
name Nick Pagliarulo /
truck Kraken /
points 77
behind -189

ARENA SERIES CENTRAL – 2025

Matt Cody in Grave Digger

POINTS THROUGH February 9, 2025

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Matt Cody /
truck Grave Digger /
points 409
behind
Position 2
name Jon Zimmer Jr /
truck Terminal Velocity /
points 384
behind -25
Position 3
name Jamie Sullivan /
truck Sparkle Smash /
points 373
behind -36
Position 4
name Fernando Martinez /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 370
behind -39
Position 5
name Jon Zimmer /
truck Zombie /
points 246
behind -163
Position 6
name Triton Robbins /
truck Krazy Train /
points 244
behind -165
Position 7
name Montana Robbins /
truck Plane Krazy /
points 224
behind -185
Position 8
name Angelina Nock /
truck Megalodon /
points 204
behind -205

ARENA SERIES EAST – 2025

Blake Granger in Monster Mutt Dalmatian

POINTS THROUGH February 2, 2025

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Blake Granger /
truck Monster Mutt Dalmatian /
points 408
behind
Position 2
name Krysten Anderson /
truck Grave Digger /
points 327
behind -81
Position 3
name MJ Solorio /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 322
behind -86
Position 4
name Brandan Tulachka /
truck Just Get-Er-Done II /
points 319
behind -89
Position 5
name Tony Ochs /
truck ThunderROARus /
points 314
behind -94
Position 6
name Mikayla Tulachka /
truck Megalodon /
points 203
behind -205
Position 7
name Mark Hall /
truck Raminator /
points 199
behind -209
Position 8
name Kurt Kraehmer / Dale Benear /
truck Rammunition /
points 152
behind -256

ARENA SERIES WEST – 2025

Weston Anderson in Grave Digger

POINTS THROUGH February 9, 2025

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Weston Anderson /
truck Grave Digger /
points 634
behind
Position 2
name Devin Winfield /
truck Velociraptor /
points 484
behind -150
Position 3
name Coty Saucier /
truck Dragon /
points 473
behind -161
Position 4
name Brianna Mahon /
truck Scooby-Doo /
points 453
behind -181
Position 5
name Ashley Sanford /
truck Megalodon /
points 387
behind -247
Position 6
name Tim Hall Jr /
truck Jurassic Attack /
points 379
behind -255
Position 7
name Berto Treviño /
truck Monster Mutt Rottweiler /
points 272
behind -362
Position 8
name Alex Bardin / Carson Williams / Cory Rummell /
truck Earth Shaker /
points 241
behind -393

2024 – 2025 INTERNATIONAL SERIES

Champion: Blake Granger

Blake Granger in Monster Mutt Dalmatian

POINTS THROUGH February 9, 2025

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Blake Granger /
truck Max-D / El Toro Loco / Megalodon /
points 346
behind
Position 2
name Charlie Pauken /
truck Grave Digger / Megalodon /
points 320
behind -26
Position 3
name Matt Cody /
truck Grave Digger /
points 308
behind -38
Position 4
name Bari Musawwir /
truck Black Panther ™ /
points 281
behind -65
Position 5
name Brandon Arthur /
truck Iron Man ™ / The Amazing Spider-Man ™ / JCB DIGatron /
points 234
behind -112
Position 6
name Myranda Cozad /
truck Thor ™ /
points 180
behind -166
Position 7
name Bernard Lyght /
truck The Amazing Spider-Man ™ /
points 106
behind -240
Position 8
name Peter Nyman /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 105
behind -241