about
- What are some of your interests/hobbies/favorite pastimes?
I’m a HUGE fan of all types of motorsports. You often can find me watching highlight videos of old/vintage NASCAR, Monster Jam or Sports Car races. I also love collecting vintage racing apparel; one of my favorite items is my Mark Martin #6 Hat and a World Of Outlaws T-Shirt from the early 2000s. I also have a fender off of Grave Digger that I was gifted when I was 11 years old at the 2012 Monster Jam World Finals! My favorite pastime is spending a day glued to the couch watching auto racing from across the world! - Who are your role models?
At a really early age, my dad instilled a work ethic in me to keep pushing beyond the expectations set for myself. I’d say he’s my biggest motivator. - Do you have any pre-event rituals you run through?
I actually have a pre-race playlist I HAVE to listen to before each race. Music in it ranges from Rock, Country, Electronic and Rap! - What’s something a lot of people don’t know about you?
I am ADDICTED to sparkling water. I had a bad habit of drinking too much soda growing up, so sparkling water fills that space for me. - What is your favorite memory on or off the racetrack?
I’ll never forget the feeling of finishing 6th in the NASCAR Xfinity Series Race at Daytona in 2022. Our team never had the resources of some of the larger organizations, so results like that were rare and hard to extract. We had a lot of fortunate breaks that day. Plus, the race didn’t end until way past 1AM, so everything about that night just felt super unique and crazy. That’s a feeling I’ll truly never forget! - What is your most prized possession?
In 2023, I was awarded the Comcast Community Champion Award for my work with FACES: The National Craniofacial Association. The trophy for that award sits on my desk as a reminder that no matter what I do in my life, I serve as a role model for many kids and young adults suffering from Craniofacial Differences like myself, who has Craniosynostosis. That trophy easily is my most prized possession.
life on the road
- What is the best and worst thing about being on the road every weekend with Monster Jam?
The best thing by far is getting to explore new places and try new foods. There’s nothing really bad about being on the road, but as someone who loves to sleep, traveling does not play well for that part of me! - While on tour, what is your favorite thing to do during your free time?
My favorite thing to do while on the road is to take a day or evening and do a little sightseeing. Whether it’s just walking around the block or driving to a place nearby, it’s always cool getting to take in new places! - How do you keep fit?
I try my best to work out every day in some capacity. I love to do some cardio and lifting to keep my mind and body in check, especially while listening to music or my favorite racing podcasts. - What item(s) can you not live without while traveling on the road with Monster Jam?
The items I can’t live without are:
– My Phone
– My Charger
– My iPad
– and most importantly, some melatonin (can you tell I like my sleep?) - What is your favorite city to travel to? Why?
I love traveling back home to the Los Angeles area. It’s always so great getting to catch up with family and old friends and get to enjoy some of my favorite foods! - What countries have you visited with Monster Jam?
I’ve yet to travel outside the U.S. with Monster Jam, but I’ve always wanted to go to Australia!
career
- How did you get started competing in Monster Jam?
I got started really through my interest of all things motorsports. I’ve been a huge Monster Jam fan my whole life, even while racing in NASCAR, so when the opportunity presented itself to pilot one of these insanely awesome Monster Jam trucks, I had to go for it! - What is your favorite part about competing in Monster Jam?
So far, my favorite part about competing in Monster Jam is all the fantastic people I’ve met. From other drivers to the technicians, everyone is super motivated and pushes me to be better! - How would you describe your driving style?
I would say my driving style is similar to how I am in Stock Cars – smooth & methodical. I’ve spent a lot of my career having to focus on repetition and being smooth, which I believe has carried over into my Monster Jam driving style. - What advice would you give to kids who want to become a Monster Jam driver?
My advice to any kid who wants to be a Monster Jam driver is to always keep that dream alive! If you had asked me any time in the last 10+ years if I’d be fortunate enough to pilot a Monster Jam truck, I’d never believe you. If you have the patience & work hard, you can absolutely make your dream happen! - What is your greatest memory as a Monster Jam driver?
I’ll never forget the first time I strapped into a Monster Jam truck at Monster Jam University and got to start the 1500 horsepower engine and hearing/feeling it rumble for the first time. That’s a feeling I’ve never gotten over, and I’m so thankful that I’ve gotten to experience that feeling more and more. - Who in Monster Jam do you look up to for inspiration?
Growing up, I was a MASSIVE Grave Digger & Max-D fan and was a fan of both Dennis Anderson and Tom Meents, but recently I’ve had a massive appreciation for how Camden Murphy has been able to embrace his time in Monster Jam after coming from Stock Car Racing like myself. It’s so cool to see him succeed and it motivates me to do the same!
fun facts
- Do you have any nicknames?
The Rhino - What’s your favorite movie?
Ford vs. Ferrari - What’s your favorite television show?
Severance - What’s your favorite color?
Orange - What’s your favorite thing to eat?
Quesadillas - What’s your favorite restaurant on the road?
Taco Bell - How would your friends and family describe you?
Outgoing but reserved when needed to be; motivated and a hard worker to make my dreams come to fruition
2026 STADIUM SERIES EAST
Champion: Tristan England
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
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
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
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
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
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