Robert S. - 1:30 pacer

Robert Stocklaufer is a 24 year old runner who recently qualified for the Boston marathon! He spent 6 years in the Army National Guard where he discovered running. That is when he made the decision to become the fastest runner for his units PT test which he accomplished by running 2 miles in 10:34. He now has a Marathon PR of 2:43:24 when he placed 2nd overall at Revel Rockies marathon in Colorado.

Ryan H. - 1:35 pacer

Ryan took up running again in 2018 after a several year hiatus due to family obligations and injuries. In just the last couple years he's made up for his time off by running 3 marathons and over a dozen half's, not to mention numerous 10 and 5ks and a couple duathlons. He enjoys running with friends and challenging himself to beat them (despite most being several years younger). His goal is to qualify for Boston in the next couple years. Ryan always enjoys helping others and thought pacing was just another opportunity to do so and still get some miles in.

Stephen L. - 1:40 pacer

Stephen picked up running in late 2010 after realizing that two little curtain climbers needed their dad to be able to romp and play instead of sitting on the couch eating potato chips. Inspired by his brother who had also achieved great health results via running, he trained and completed his first 10k at the TLC Groundhog in January 2011. Since then he has run 5ks, 10ks, 10 mile trail, 20 mile trail, 50K trail, 44 miler at Brew2Brew multiple times, The Hawk 50 mile trail race, a dozen or so full marathons, countless half marathons, sprint and international distance triathlon along with an ironman distance in 2014. His first marathon was the MO Cowbell in St. Charles, MO. The social and all inclusive aspect of running and multi-sport is what keeps Stephen going. Stephen has completed all 6 World Majors Marathons and loves to help others with marathon and half marathon pacing more than anything.

Jeremy V. - 1:45 pacer

Jeremy Vrentas has lived in the Kansas City area his whole life. He just picked up running almost 10 years ago in hopes to do get better every day. Since then he has completed over 27 Full marathons. He also along with just running does Triathlons. " I love running and helping other runners hit and achieve their big goals" - Jeremy

Erika Rayne A. - 1:50 pacer

Erika started her running journey back in March 2014. She has always preferred long distance over short distance, so in 2020 when she heard about ultra running she started getting on the trails. She has run a couple 5k races, over 50ish "official" marathons, a bunch of 50k trail marathons and half marathons, and two 50mile races on the OT 50 trail in Arkansas. She is on the board for Conway Running Club, her town of residence, and a member of the Arkansas Ultra Running Association. She is also on the board for River Valley Runners. She loves to run because it brings her peace and joy. She loves to pace because it's a thrill to see other people hit their goals and PRs at the finish. #Love2Run

Morgan B. - 1:55 pacer

Morgan has enjoyed running since middle school and in high school was All-State as a freshman. After college, Morgan was looking for something to fill her competitive spirit and started racing 5ks,10ks and half marathons. Morgan has completed 10 half marathons and is always looking for the next challenge. She completed her first marathon spring of 2022. More marathons and half marathons are on the books this fall with an ultimate goal of qualifying for Boston. Morgan has run with pacers for several races and has thrived using the Smart Pacing strategy. She looks forward to helping you meet your running goals and having fun along the way. Let’s get running!

Ashok A. - 2:00 pacer

Ashok started running in 2015 and discovered a passion for long distance running. He has since finished numerous marathons and half marathons. He appreciates the support and motivation provided by pacers in those races. He believes in the value of effort based pacing during races. He looks forward to contributing to the running community

Coming Soon - 2:05 pacer

We are finalizing our last pacer slots!

Mindi F. - 2:10 pacer

Mindi started running as an adult for exercise but started adding some distance in 2013 with her first half marathon. Since then she has run several half marathons and 7 full marathons. She enjoys meeting running friends for early morning miles or taking her black lab out for some miles. She is married to a marathon runner and has two energetic boys who play sports. Her family motivates her to stay active. Pacing gives her an opportunity to give back to the running community where she’s found inspiration throughout the years.

Jessi C. - 2:15 pacer

Jessi started running in 8th grade and all throughout high school, unfortunately didn’t continue after though. After having kids though she had the urge to run some races and her first half marathon which was hospital hill! She achieved her goal time because of pacers and knew one day she also wanted to be a pacer. Few years later she did her second half marathon and her third with her brother. Helping her brother finish his first half was the best feeling to her! Then and there she KNEW she had to be a pacer! She is so excited to help others achieve their goals and make the race as fun as possible! She’ll be joking around and cheering you on!

Hien Frances T. - 2:20 pacer

Hien Frances starts running late more like in her adulthood, to be honest. She started running a few years back to stay in shape and be active. She signed up for her first 5k and loved it. She has been running numerous 5k, 10k and handful halfs and couple marathons. She believed in RUNNERS HELPING RUNNERs She is new to pacing and excited to help runner to achieve their running goal and have a good time on the course.

Coming Soon - 2:25 pacer

We are finalizing our last pacer slots!

Andrea K. - 2:30 pacer

Pamela D. - 2:35 pacer

Pamela is a Kansas City native, has been a runner for years and recently started pacing half marathons. She is a first grade teacher and a Girls on the Run at her elementary school! Pamela enjoys staying active, traveling and cooking/eating! Pamela has ran nearly 100 half marathons and 10 marathons around the states. She enjoys running trips with friends and sharing the LOVE of running with others! Pamela will motivate and encourage ALL runners to do the BEST and to reach their GOALS!

Ryne B. - 2:40 pacer

Ryne has always enjoyed running since he was young; however, he fell in love with distance running in 2016, when he ran his first half marathon. Since 2016, Ryne has ran over 25 half marathons and 10 marathons. Besides running, another way that Ryne like to keep in shape is by doing crossfit. When Ryne is not training for his next race, he works as an accountant and officiating softball, baseball, and basketball.

Sarah N. - 2:45 pacer

Sarah is a mother of 4 boys, 2 of which will run with her sometimes. She has always liked running and became disciplined in her running in 2022. Since then she has ran over a dozen half marathons and her first marathon. Sarah has used pacers and loved the motivation and help from them. She decided to pace to be apart of helping others achieve their goals.

Bethany L. - 2:50 pacer

Bethany has been running since 2018. She decided to sign up for a 5k for a good cause, did some minor training, and completed it without walking. Considering she couldn't run a quarter mile before this small training, this was huge progress. This launched her into her distance running journey. If others could set big goals and run fun races, then so could she. Since then, Bethany has run numerous 5k, 10k, and random distance races along with 8 half marathons and her first full marathon back in November 2023. She has had wonderful family and friends along her journey that have encouraged her to be better, train smarter, and dream big. One of those dreams was becoming a pacer. She never imagined herself becoming a pacer but being the encourager and goal setter she is, this seemed like the perfect fit. This is her first year pacing half marathons, and she is excited to jump in, cheer on, and help new friends meet their goals.

Sharon J. - 2:55 pacer

Sharon started running after having 3 kids and was "bitten" by the marathon bug. Sharon has completed 24 marathons (her favorite marathons are the NY marathon, Big Sur marathon and the Chicago Marathon, London Marathon, Berlin marathon), the Disney Dopey 48.6 mile challenge, One 50k, more than 200 half marathons locally, across the country and internationally, is a "Double Agent" (member of both the Half Fanatics and Marathon Maniacs national running clubs), KC Express Member, Team Beef member, Black Girls Run member, National Association of Black Marathoners member and a member of the 100 half marathon club. She looks forward to helping others reach their goals and possibly sharing the thrill of crossing the finish line with those that are new to running half marathons. Sharon uses a Galloway run/walk strategy which will allows for a fun, comfortable, strong finish.

John P. - 3:00 pacer

John started running almost ten years ago to get off the couch and stay in shape. To date, he's completed over one hundred half marathons in 23 states. Not the fastest runner, he's dedicated to get people across the finish line at their goal time.