Jason Anderson Bio
Jason Anderson is an American professional Motocross and Supercross racer, born on February 17, 1993, in Edgewood, New Mexico. Known by the nickname “El Hombre,” he has been a fixture in the AMA Motocross and Supercross championships since 2011 and is recognized as the 2018 450cc AMA Supercross Champion, becoming the 21st winner of that prestigious Supercross title. Across his career, Anderson has raced on Suzuki, KTM, Husqvarna, and Kawasaki motorcycles while representing several factory teams.
He spent most of his professional career with Rockstar Energy, riding for the team on Suzuki, KTM, and finally Husqvarna machinery, and in October 2021 he signed with Monster Energy Kawasaki. In October 2025, Anderson announced via Instagram that his time with Monster Energy Kawasaki had come to a close. He currently rides for HEP Suzuki, a chapter that reflects both his veteran experience and his enduring passion for the sport.
Early Life and Background
Jason Anderson grew up in New Mexico, the son of Mike and Darla Anderson. He began riding at the age of seven and quickly developed a love for dirt bikes, an interest that was encouraged and supported by his family. His grandparents often accompanied him to races, and Anderson has spoken openly about how close he remains to them.
As an amateur, Anderson compiled an impressive 72 wins and captured five Loretta Lynn’s Amateur Championships. In 2010, he earned the Nicky Hayden Award for motocross and was named the 450A Class champion at Loretta Lynn’s, a result that signaled his readiness for the professional ranks. His New Mexico roots and family support shaped the foundation for a career built on grit and steady progression.
Path to NASCAR
Jason Anderson’s career is rooted in motorcycle racing rather than stock car competition, and the traditional NASCAR ladder system does not apply to his professional path. His progression moved from amateur championships at Loretta Lynn’s to the AMA professional ranks in 2011. This section is not applicable to Anderson’s documented career in Motocross and Supercross.
Jason Anderson Career
Early Career (2011-2013)
Jason Anderson turned professional in 2011 with Rockstar Suzuki, contesting the 250cc class. His rookie supercross season was a learning year, with a best finish of sixth on the East Coast, while his motocross season peaked at an eighth-place result. Admittedly lacking the fitness required for the full schedule, he used the year to build experience.
In 2012, Anderson remained with Rockstar Suzuki and produced his first professional podium with a second-place finish at Salt Lake City. He followed that with a more consistent 2013 campaign, capturing two podiums in 250cc supercross and his first professional win, again at Salt Lake City. On the outdoor circuit, he earned his first motocross podium, a third at Spring Creek, confirming his growth as a contender.
250cc Supercross Championship (2014)
Entering his fourth year in the 250 class, Anderson began training with Aldon Baker and switched to KTM equipment, racing with the number 17. He won the Anaheim opener and battled Cole Seely for the 250 SX-West title throughout the year. Often stealing victories on the final lap, Anderson locked down the championship in his final 250cc season with four wins and three podiums.
His motocross season was hampered by small injuries and illness, but he still produced three outdoor podiums. After the outdoor campaign, his team switched to Husqvarna motorcycles, and Anderson tested a 450 at the Monster Energy Cup, finishing seventh and preparing for his move into the premier class.
450cc Transition and Growth (2015-2017)
Anderson moved into the 450 class full-time in 2015, returning to the number 21. His rookie 450 supercross campaign included a runner-up finish at Anaheim and two podiums, ending the year seventh overall. He matched that with a strong outdoor debut, finishing sixth in 450 motocross with four podiums, and added a third-place finish at the Monster Energy Cup.
In 2016, Anderson emerged as a consistent 450 supercross frontrunner, rarely finishing outside the top five. He won the Anaheim opener in a dramatic come-from-behind ride and the Detroit round, making the podium five times to finish third overall. A broken collarbone ended his motocross season early, but he later represented Team USA at the Motocross of Nations in Maggiora, Italy, where he won a moto before a finish-line crash left him unconscious. In 2017, he delivered six supercross podiums and closed the year with a win in Las Vegas to finish fourth, while his outdoor season was cut short by foot surgery after five straight podiums.
Supercross Championship Season (2018)
The 2018 AMA Supercross Championship was the defining year of Anderson’s career. After a second-place finish at Anaheim 1, he won in Houston to claim the red plate and built a commanding 41-point lead, aided by injuries to title rivals Eli Tomac, Marvin Musquin, and Ken Roczen. He added wins in Oakland, San Diego, and Atlanta, reached the podium 11 times, and finished fourth or better in 14 of 17 races.
His lead was cut to 14 points after a crash in Salt Lake City, but he sealed the title at the Las Vegas finale, finishing fifth to win the championship by nine points over Musquin. A shortened outdoor season followed, though he still won the Australian Supercross Open in Sydney during the off-season.
Monster Energy Kawasaki Era (2022-2025)
Anderson began 2022 on a Kawasaki with Monster Energy Kawasaki and immediately ended a 47-race winless streak by winning in Oakland. He added victories in Anaheim 2, Minneapolis, Atlanta, Foxborough, Denver, and Salt Lake City, finishing the supercross season with seven wins and second overall, just three points behind champion Eli Tomac. Outdoors, he captured his first overall motocross wins at Hangtown and Budds Creek, finishing third in points in his best outdoor season.
His 2023 supercross season was turbulent, highlighted by a hard crash, on-track incidents, and a non-displaced c5-c6 vertebrae fracture, leaving him sixth overall. In 2024, he battled through mud races to post four podiums and finished fifth in supercross, fifth in motocross, and was seeded third for the Supermotocross World Championship before a Charlotte press-day crash derailed his playoff push. In 2025, he started strong with three podiums in five races before withdrawing mid-season due to a family emergency and lingering health issues, and in October 2025 he announced his departure from Monster Energy Kawasaki.
Driving Style and Strengths
Anderson is known for his late-race aggression, often stealing victories on the final lap when his rivals show any sign of weakness. He pairs that attacking instinct with the conditioning and technical refinement he developed under trainer Aldon Baker, which helped him transition from a raw 250 prospect into a championship-caliber 450 rider. His versatility across supercross, motocross, and international events like the Motocross of Nations highlights a well-rounded skill set built on fitness, race craft, and a willingness to take calculated risks.
Notable Races and Milestones
Signature moments include his Anaheim 1 win to open the 2014 250 SX-West title run, his come-from-behind Anaheim victory to start the 2016 450 supercross season, and the 2018 Las Vegas finale that clinched the 450cc AMA Supercross Championship. He also delivered a memorable moto win at the 2016 Motocross of Nations in Maggiora and a 47-race winless streak-ending victory in Oakland in 2022.
Jason Anderson Career Wins
Jason Anderson’s verified career wins include the 2014 250 SX-West Supercross Championship, the 2018 450cc AMA Supercross Championship, and 450cc supercross race wins from 2016 through 2025, highlighted by a seven-win 2022 season. Across both supercross and motocross, he has been a regular podium finisher and a multi-time race winner at premier American events.
450cc AMA Supercross Highlights
Anderson is the 2018 450cc AMA Supercross Champion, ending the year with 11 podiums and the title-clinching ride in Las Vegas. In 2022, he tied his career high with seven race wins and finished second in points, just three behind champion Eli Tomac. Additional supercross wins include Anaheim 1 in 2016, Detroit in 2016, the 2017 Las Vegas finale, and wins in Houston, Oakland, San Diego, and Atlanta in 2018.
Other Wins and Performances
Beyond supercross, Anderson captured his first career 450cc overall motocross wins at Hangtown and Budds Creek in 2022, the Australian Supercross Open in Sydney in 2018, and won the King of Paris title in 2019. He also represented Team USA at the 2016 Motocross of Nations, winning a moto at Maggiora, and has earned multiple 250cc supercross and 450cc motocross podiums across his career.
Jason Anderson Family
Family Background and Racing Lineage
Jason Anderson is the son of Mike and Darla Anderson, and he grew up in New Mexico with strong family support for his racing ambitions. His grandparents frequently accompanied him to races during his youth, and he has remained close to them throughout his career. That family foundation helped shape his disciplined approach to professional racing.
Personal Life
Anderson is married to Kenzie Anderson, and the couple eloped in Las Vegas in 2021. Kenzie is a popular personality on TikTok and Instagram, and together they have built a strong presence around Jason’s racing and content projects. In April 2023, Jason and Kenzie welcomed their daughter, Siggy, and Anderson has spoken about the joy of becoming a father.
He moved to Florida in 2014 to train under Aldon Baker, relocated to California in 2020, and returned to his home state of New Mexico by 2022, where he trains at his personal track and in California. Outside of racing, he co-created the popular YouTube vlog channel Team Fried with friends Matt Rice and Tom Journet.
2025 Season Performance
Jason Anderson entered the 2025 AMA Supercross season with strong off-season momentum, posting three podium finishes in his first five races and positioning himself as a contender. The early results suggested a return to form after a difficult 2024 playoff stretch, and he looked to build on his seven-win 2022 supercross season.
His campaign, however, was cut short. After a mid-season slump, Anderson withdrew from the schedule before the Seattle round, citing a family emergency and lingering health issues. The abbreviated season prevented him from contending for a championship, and in October 2025 he confirmed his departure from Monster Energy Kawasaki, opening the next chapter of his career.
