Where are you from?

Charlotte, NC

Current P.R.

3:55

Typical pace

9:00/mile

Number of marathons

13

Occupation

High School Teacher

Favorite marathon

Virginia Creeper- It was my first and I was so excited. My goal was to finish sub 5:00 and I got a 4:59!

Hobbies

Running, spending time with family, coaching track and cross-country

Favorite Running Food

Fig Newtons

What are you reading now?

Tibetan Peach Pie by Tom Robbins

Who do you train with?

Good friends

Personal goals

To run a 100 miler, to run well into my twilight years

A quotation you like…

Most people never run far enough on their first wind to find out they’ve got a second. -William James

Why do you run?

To clear my head, for ‘me’ time away from TV and phones.

Describe your best marathon memory.

Each one has had memorable, laugh out loud moments that have been learning experiences.

Why do you pace?

I enjoy encouraging others and it makes me accountable to not let anyone down.

Tell us your best pacing experience.

Thunder Road Charlotte is our local marathon and it’s fun to run through the neighborhoods I’ve trained in.

Why should someone run in your pace group?

I’m enthusiastic and like to make people laugh. I’ll take your mind off the race.

Any tips for runners about to join your group?

You got yourself to the start line, the rest will fall into place, take in stride.

What philanthropic activities do you have?

Helping students/athletes  in many ways in and out of school.