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Krysten Anderson in Grave Digger

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Krysten Anderson

2024 Truck

Grave Digger

2024 Tour

Arena Championship Series 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.

STADIUM SERIES EAST

POINTS THROUGH March 9, 2024

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Tyler Menninga /
truck Grave Digger /
points 479
behind
Position 2
name Tristan England /
truck JCB DIGatron /
points 434
behind -45
Position 3
name Todd LeDuc /
truck Megalodon /
points 384
behind -95
Position 4
name Tom Meents / Colton Eichelberger / Blake Granger /
truck Max-D /
points 371
behind -108
Position 5
name Bryce Kenny /
truck Great Clips Mohawk Warrior /
points 367
behind -112
Position 6
name John Gordon /
truck Bad Company /
points 340
behind -139
Position 7
name Cole Venard / Mike Pagliarulo /
truck Black Pearl /
points 277
behind -202
Position 8
name Ryan Disharoon /
truck Shaker /
points 242
behind -237
Position 9
name Linsey Read / Charlie Pauken /
truck Lucas Stabilizer /
points 228
behind -251
Position 10
name Jamey Garner /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 222
behind -257
Position 11
name Matt Pagliarulo /
truck Jester /
points 187
behind -292
Position 12
name Mike Pagliarulo / Nick Pagliarulo /
truck Kraken /
points 131
behind -364

STADIUM SERIES WEST

Ryan Anderson in Son-uva Digger

POINTS THROUGH March 24, 2024

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Ryan Anderson /
truck Son-uva Digger /
points 553
behind -0
Position 2
name Adam Anderson / Charlie Pauken /
truck Grave Digger /
points 482
behind -71
Position 3
name Camden Murphy /
truck Bakugan Dragonoid /
points 456
behind -97
Position 4
name Bari Musawwir /
truck Zombie /
points 429
behind -124
Position 5
name Cory Rummell /
truck Megalodon /
points 404
behind -149
Position 6
name Colt Stephens /
truck ThunderROARus /
points 396
behind -157
Position 7
name David Olfert /
truck Velociraptor / Rod Ryan Show /
points 312
behind -241
Position 8
name Chris Koehler /
truck Monster Mutt / Northern Nightmare /
points 309
behind -244
Position 9
name Joe Foley /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 301
behind -252
Position 10
name Kayla Blood /
truck Soldier Fortune /
points 293
behind -260
Position 11
name Jim Koehler /
truck Avenger /
points 234
behind -319
Position 12
name Mike Christensen /
truck Vendetta /
points 198
behind -355

ARENA SERIES CENTRAL

Weston Anderson in Grave Digger

POINTS THROUGH March 24, 2024

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Weston Anderson /
truck Grave Digger /
points 1176
behind
Position 2
name Fernando Martinez /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 883
behind -293
Position 3
name Brianna Mahon /
truck Scooby-Doo /
points 856
behind -320
Position 4
name Brandan Tulachka /
truck Just Get Er Done /
points 793
behind -383
Position 5
name Jamie Sullivan / Joe Dennis /
truck Monster Mutt Dalmatian /
points 790
behind -386
Position 6
name Alex Bardin /
truck Stone Crusher /
points 510
behind -666
Position 7
name Mikayla Tulachka /
truck Megalodon /
points 500
behind -676
Position 8
name Frank Krmel /
truck Zombie /
points 400
behind -776

ARENA SERIES EAST

Krysten Anderson in Grave Digger

POINTS THROUGH March 24, 2024

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Krysten Anderson /
truck Grave Digger /
points 856
behind
Position 2
name Armando Castro /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 831
behind -25
Position 3
name Zack Garner /
truck Wild Side /
points 738
behind -118
Position 4
name Coty Saucier / Chelsea Vancleave /
truck Dragon /
points 721
behind -135
Position 5
name Chad Tingler /
truck Over Bored /
points 510
behind -346
Position 6
name Angelina Nock /
truck Megalodon /
points 439
behind -417
Position 7
name Mark Hall /
truck Raminator /
points 435
behind -421
Position 8
name Kurt Kraehmer /
truck Rammunition / Hotsy /
points 290
behind -566

ARENA SERIES WEST

POINTS THROUGH March 24, 2024

Position
Name
Truck
Points
Behind
Position 1
name Brandon Vinson / Matt Cody / Tyler Menninga /
truck Grave Digger /
points 1179
behind
Position 2
name Dalton Widner /
truck Jurassic Attack /
points 1063
behind -116
Position 3
name Tony Ochs /
truck ThunderROARus /
points 1049
behind -130
Position 4
name MJ Solorio /
truck El Toro Loco /
points 827
behind -352
Position 5
name Ashley Sanford / Loghan Ashline / Bernard Lyght /
truck Megalodon /
points 760
behind -419
Position 6
name Berto Treviño /
truck Monster Mutt Rottweiler /
points 602
behind -577
Position 7
name Joe Urie / James Calhoun /
truck Earth Shaker /
points 521
behind -658
Position 8
name Devin Winfield / Jeff Souza /
truck Velociraptor /
points 480
behind -699