

Tom Meents is a veteran competitor of Monster Jam and the most-decorated Monster Jam competitor in history, winning 14 World Championship titles throughout the years at Monster Jam World Finals. A former championship mud racer, Meents has been called upon to perform innovative stunts throughout his career. Known as “The Professor”, Tom helps train upcoming drivers at Monster Jam University. Tom Meents’ racing career ended in 2024. He was honored at the end of the season with the Monster Jam Lifetime Achievement Award.
career highlights
- 2000 Monster Jam World Finals Racing Champion
- 2001 Monster Jam World Finals Freestyle Champion
- 2001 Monster Jam World Finals Racing Champion
- 2002 Monster Jam World Finals Freestyle Champion
- 2002 Monster Jam World Finals Racing Champion
- 2004 Monster Jam World Finals Freestyle Champion
- 2006 Monster Jam World Finals Freestyle Champion
- 2008 WOW Factor of the Year
- 2009 Monster Jam World Finals Racing Champion
- 2009 WOW Factor of the Year
- 2009 Donut of the Year
- 2010 Crash Madness of the Year
- 2011 Monster Jam World Finals Racing Champion
- 2012 Monster Jam World Finals Racing Champion
- 2012 Crash Madness of the Year
- 2013 Monster Jam World Finals Freestyle Champion
- 2013 Save of the Year
- 2014 Save of the Year
- 2015 Stadium Save of the Year
- 2016 Stadium Donut of the Year
- 2017 Donut of the Year
- 2018 Donut of the Year
- 2019 Monster Jam World Finals Two-Wheel Skills Champion
- 2019 Stadium Championship Series 1 Champion
- 2021 Extreme Air of the Year
- 2022 Stadium Series Red Champion
- 2022 Monster Jam World Finals Skills Challenge Champion
- 2022 Monster Jam World Finals Freestyle Champion
- 2023 Stadium 2-Wheel Skills of the Year
- 2024 Save of the Year
- 2024 Monster Jam Lifetime Achievement Award
about
- What are some of your interests/hobbies/favorite pastimes?
Fabricating on mechanical things - Who are your role models?
People who overcome personal difficulties by having a great attitude. - Do you have any ‘pre-show’ rituals you run through?
I remind myself to always have fun so the Monster Jam fans will enjoy the show. - What’s something a lot of people don’t know about you?
At one time, I wanted to join the Marines. I have a great respect for all military personnel. - What is your favorite memory on or off the racetrack?
The day I started to make a living by driving Monster Jam Trucks. - What is your most prized possession?
My 1972 4×4 Blazer
life on the road
- What is the best and worst thing about being on the road every weekend with Monster Jam?
I love to see all the fans I remember. The worst is missing memorable family events. - While on the road, what is your favorite thing to do during your free time?
Find amazing spectacular scenic views - How do you keep fit?
I work out with a personal trainer 5 days a week. - What item(s) can you not live without while traveling on the road with Monster Jam?
Ketchup - What is your favorite city to travel to? Why?
Any different city that I have never seen before
career
- How did you get started competing in Monster Jam?
I followed my unachievable dream as a 10-year-old, and I never gave up. - What is your favorite part about competing in Monster Jam?
Giving the Monster Jam fans a performance they will never forget - How would you describe your driving style?
Chaotic, destructive, and for the Max-D fans - What advice would you give to kids who want to become a Monster Jam driver?
Be ready to work hard, never give up, and drive with your heart. - What is your greatest memory as a Monster Jam driver?
Getting to brighten the days of people who face difficult challenges - Who in Monster Jam do you look up to for inspiration?
The amazing young talent that I get to work with at Monster Jam University
fun facts
- Do you have any nicknames?
Max-D, Mad Man Meents, and Hollywood - What’s your favorite movie?
Any action movie with huge car stunts - What’s your favorite television show?
Monster Jam - What’s your favorite color?
Black - What’s your favorite thing to eat?
Steak - What’s your favorite restaurant on the road?
Steakhouses - How would your friends and family describe you?
Crazy and caring
Tom Meents Gallery
STADIUM SERIES EAST – 2025

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

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

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

POINTS THROUGH April 19, 2025
Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position
1
name
Blake Granger /
truck
Monster Mutt Dalmatian /
points
965
behind
–
Position
2
name
Tony Ochs /
truck
ThunderROARus /
points
822
behind
-143
Position
3
name
MJ Solorio /
truck
El Toro Loco /
points
817
behind
-148
Position
4
name
Krysten Anderson /
truck
Grave Digger /
points
746
behind
-219
Position
5
name
Brandan Tulachka /
truck
Just Get-Er-Done II /
points
738
behind
-227
Position
6
name
Mikayla Tulachka /
truck
Megalodon /
points
506
behind
-459
Position
7
name
Mark Hall /
truck
Raminator /
points
403
behind
-562
Position
8
name
Kurt Kraehmer / Dale Benear /
truck
Rammunition / Hotsy /
points
313
behind
-652
Position
9
name
Jamey Garner /
truck
Over Bored /
points
33
behind
-932
ARENA SERIES WEST – 2025
Champion: Weston Anderson

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

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

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