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Matt Cody in Grave Digger

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Matt Cody

2025 Truck

Grave Digger

2025 Tour

Arena Championship Series Central

Hometown

Williamsport, MD

Birthday

July 16

Matt Cody wasn’t even old enough to drive when he started working on monster trucks as an eighth grader. Growing up in Maryland, he was centrally located to assist Mike Vaters of Black Stallion, who provided Cody with the early education by allowing the youngster to serve as a crew member. Cody moved into the driver’s seat in 2012 and drove in his first Monster Jam event in 2014. In addition to Vaters, Cody was also friends with Steven and Mike Thompson, who went on to compete in the sport, through a shared love of wrestling in high school. It didn’t take long for Cody to mark a mark, winning the 2015 Arena Wheelie of the Year title. His consistent performances opened door for more competition and he earned a berth in the 2019 Speedster Obstacle Course field at World Finals XX in Orlando. Cody captured the title there, the only driver to date to claim the honor.

career highlights

  • 2015 Arena Wheelie of the Year
  • 2019 Monster Jam World Finals Speedster Obstacle Course Champion
  • 2024 Arena Series West Champion

about

  • What are some of your interests/hobbies/favorite pastimes?
    I have four kids so they take up a lot of my time! I enjoy spending time with them and my wife. We live on 54 acres, and I enjoy just being outside riding 4 wheelers, working on the property and being active.
  • Who are your role models?
    Mike Vaters; he’s always been a father figure to me. There are a few others out there that motivate me to do better.
  • Do you have any ‘pre-show’ rituals you run through?
    I like to walk around the truck and visually make sure things are ready to go.
  • What’s something a lot of people don’t know about you?
    I’m a wrestling coach for Junior league wrestling
  • What is your favorite memory on or off the racetrack?
    Every event is a new memory for me but getting to compete in 2015 for the first time in my hometown event at Hagerstown Speedway where I watched monster trucks growing up!
  • What is your most prized possession?
    My 2019 Monster Jam World Finals Speedster Championship trophy. I was the first and only one to win that event!

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 that I’m living my dream, something that I’ve worked hard at and just traveling the world seeing all the sights. The worst would definitely be just leaving home and my family.
  • While on the road, what is your favorite thing to do during your free time?
    Checking out the sights and finding new places to eat
  • How do you keep fit?
    Ha. Like I said I have four kids so they keep me busy. And just always staying active. We don’t sit around in this household!
  • What item(s) can you not live without while traveling on the road with Monster Jam?
    Of course I can’t leave my gear home. But just the essentials: phone, wallet, clothes. Other than that, let’s go!
  • What is your favorite city to travel to? Why?
    I’ve been asked this a bunch, and I cannot point out one place. I just enjoy traveling and being out on the road!
  • What countries have you visited with Monster Jam?
    I’ve been all over the U.S, Canada and Mexico. In 2023 I get to travel overseas for my first international tour!

career

  • How did you get started competing in Monster Jam?
    I got hooked up with Mike Vaters and the Black Stallion Team back in 2007. I started out crewing, working my way to crew chief for a few years. In 2012, I got my first opportunity to drive in some events. In 2014, I went full time driving and did my first Monster Jam event in the fall of 2014!
  • What is your favorite part about competing in Monster Jam?
    The atmosphere. When you’re at a Monster Jam event, you just know you’re at the big leagues! And all the best fans come out!
  • How would you describe your driving style?
    Smart and competitive
  • What advice would you give to kids who want to become a Monster Jam driver?
    Follow your dream! I was once that kid in the stands dreaming of it. I worked hard for it and had the right opportunities that I ran with! If you set your goals and fight for them, you can achieve a lot.
  • What is your greatest memory as a Monster Jam driver?
    Getting to compete with people that I’ve watched while growing up, and, of course, getting to compete at Monster Jam World Finals.
  • Who in Monster Jam do you look up to for inspiration?
    I can’t point one exactly. There are a lot of talented drivers out there that I take a little inspiration from all.

fun facts

  • What’s your favorite movie?
  • I like the Back to the Future series, any good comedy movies
  • What’s your favorite television show?
    I honestly don’t watch TV much, but impractical Jokers, Family Guy, Family Feud, and of course SpongeBob for the kids!
  • What’s your favorite color?
    Red
  • What’s your favorite thing to eat?
    Steak
  • What’s your favorite restaurant on the road?
    A good steak place
  • How would your friend and family describe you?
    Go getter, hard worker, fun time to be around

STADIUM SERIES EAST – 2025

Bari Musawwir in Zombie

POINTS THROUGH April 12, 2025

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Bari Musawwir /
truck Zombie /
points 544
behind
Position 2
name Tyler Menninga /
truck Grave Digger /
points 542
behind -2
Position 3
name Camden Murphy /
truck Classroom Crusher /
points 479
behind -65
Position 4
name Dalton Widner /
truck Jurassic Attack /
points 431
behind -113
Position 5
name Armando Castro /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 431
behind -113
Position 6
name Colt Stephens /
truck ThunderROARus /
points 366
behind -178
Position 7
name Cynthia Gauthier /
truck Lucas Stabilizer /
points 351
behind -193
Position 8
name Jim Koehler /
truck Avenger /
points 334
behind -210
Position 9
name Chris Koehler /
truck Mayhem /
points 316
behind -228
Position 10
name Mike Christensen /
truck Vendetta /
points 306
behind -238
Position 11
name Joe Foley /
truck AXE / Rod Ryan Show /
points 260
behind -284
Position 12
name Kevin Crocker /
truck Megalodon /
points 178
behind -366

STADIUM SERIES WEST – 2025

Tristan England in JCB DIGatron

POINTS THROUGH April 13, 2025

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Tristan England /
truck JCB DIGatron /
points 532
behind -0
Position 2
name Ryan Anderson /
truck Son-uva Digger /
points 525
behind -7
Position 3
name Bryce Kenny /
truck Monster Mutt /
points 495
behind -37
Position 4
name Adam Anderson /
truck Grave Digger /
points 419
behind -113
Position 5
name Zack Garner /
truck Wild Side /
points 404
behind -128
Position 6
name Todd LeDuc /
truck Megalodon /
points 397
behind -135
Position 7
name Mike Pagliarulo /
truck Excaliber /
points 333
behind -199
Position 8
name Cole Venard /
truck Black Pearl /
points 305
behind -227
Position 9
name Kayla Blood /
truck Sparkle Smash /
points 287
behind -245
Position 10
name Jamey Garner /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 257
behind -275
Position 11
name Nick Pagliarulo /
truck Kraken /
points 201
behind -331
Position 12
name Matt Pagliarulo /
truck Jester /
points 177
behind -355

ARENA SERIES CENTRAL – 2025

Jon Zimmer Jr. in Terminal Velocity

POINTS THROUGH April 13, 2025

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Jon Zimmer Jr /
truck Terminal Velocity /
points 1014
behind
Position 2
name Matt Cody /
truck Grave Digger /
points 943
behind -71
Position 3
name Jamie Sullivan /
truck Sparkle Smash /
points 937
behind -77
Position 4
name Fernando Martinez / Chelsea Vancleave /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 893
behind -121
Position 5
name Triton Robbins /
truck Krazy Train /
points 698
behind -316
Position 6
name Jon Zimmer /
truck Zombie /
points 617
behind -397
Position 7
name Montana Robbins /
truck Plane Krazy /
points 553
behind -461
Position 8
name Angelina Nock /
truck Megalodon /
points 496
behind -518

ARENA SERIES EAST – 2025

Blake Granger in Monster Mutt Dalmatian

POINTS THROUGH April 13, 2025

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Blake Granger /
truck Monster Mutt Dalmatian /
points 905
behind
Position 2
name Tony Ochs /
truck ThunderROARus /
points 781
behind -124
Position 3
name MJ Solorio /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 770
behind -135
Position 4
name Krysten Anderson /
truck Grave Digger /
points 706
behind -199
Position 5
name Brandan Tulachka /
truck Just Get-Er-Done II /
points 697
behind -208
Position 6
name Mikayla Tulachka /
truck Megalodon /
points 479
behind -426
Position 7
name Mark Hall /
truck Raminator /
points 403
behind -502
Position 8
name Kurt Kraehmer / Dale Benear /
truck Rammunition / Hotsy /
points 301
behind -604

ARENA SERIES WEST – 2025

Champion: Weston Anderson

Weston Anderson in Grave Digger

POINTS THROUGH April 13, 2025

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Weston Anderson /
truck Grave Digger /
points 1286
behind
Position 2
name Devin Winfield /
truck Velociraptor /
points 978
behind -308
Position 3
name Coty Saucier /
truck Dragon /
points 974
behind -312
Position 4
name Brianna Mahon /
truck Scooby-Doo /
points 962
behind -324
Position 5
name Tim Hall Jr /
truck Jurassic Attack /
points 839
behind -447
Position 6
name Ashley Sanford / Chelsea Vancleave /
truck Megalodon /
points 756
behind -530
Position 7
name Berto Treviño /
truck Monster Mutt Rottweiler /
points 574
behind -712
Position 8
name Alex Bardin / Carson Williams / Cory Rummell /
truck Earth Shaker /
points 489
behind -797

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