Nam started running back high school and he has been enjoying it ever since. He has ran countless 5ks, 10ks, half marathons and 5 full marathons to date. He has also done 3 triathlons. He enjoys runnning with others and making friends along way. He looks forward to making new friends and helping them achieve their goals
Half Marathon PR: 1:29

1:40 SmartPace Teams

Brent B. - 1:40 pacer

Brent is a former college basketball player that loves to run. He enjoys several aspects of running including setting and achieving challenging goals, forming new friendships, encouraging other runners and eating like a maniac during training cycles. Brent started racing 5k's in the spring of 2017. Since that time, he has raced in countless 5k's, 10k's and 1/2 marathons as well as 16 marathons. Brent qualified for Boston in his first marathon and 14 additional times and has a marathon PR of 2:43.
Half Marathon PR: 1:20

1:45 SmartPace Teams

Nick W. - 1:45 pacer

Nick was always a runner, but during his first two decades on earth, he avoided races and instead ran on tennis courts and baseball diamonds. Upon moving (back to) Kansas City in 2014, he decided to complete a bucket list item and finish a half marathon. He finished faster than he ever thought possible and was hooked. Since then, he completed multiple races ranging from 5k to half marathon. He ran his best races using SmartPacing, including his most recent half marathon PR. He looks forward to helping you reach your goals whether it's your first race or your 100th!
Half Marathon PR: 1:29

1:50 SmartPace Teams

Mike C. - 1:50 pacer

Mike consistently started running races when he moved to KC in 2011, before that he played soccer for many years, including in college. Thus, he always ran to prepare for soccer and to stay in shape. Mike has now completed a couple of marathons and dozens of half marathons. Mike worked with a pacer to complete a marathon and now wants to is helping others. He looks forward to getting to know you and helping you reach your goal.
Half Marathon PR: 1:24

1:55 SmartPace Teams

Patrick M. - 1:55 pacer

15 year road and trail runner
Half Marathon PR: 1:25

2:00 SmartPace Teams

Eric S. - 2:00 pacer

Eric has been running for over 15 years. One aspect Eric enjoys about running is meeting other runners in the community; they understand what's it's like to have a crazy addiction for running and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Eric also enjoys helping and encouraging runners achieve their goals. Eric has completed multiple half marathons, 40 marathons, 3 50 milers and a 100 miles and he is confident that you will reach your goal when you pace with him. Eric will be using the Smart Pacing strategy to ensure a successful race.
Half Marathon PR: 1:32

2:05 SmartPace Teams

Megan D. - 2:05 pacer

Megan has been running for most of her life. She ran her first 5K race in 2010 and caught the running bug soon after. She has completed over 45 half marathons and four full marathons. Megan has always enjoyed the social aspect of running and working out with friends. She is looking forward to helping others achieve their goals with Smart Pacing and can't wait to cross the finish line with you!
Half Marathon PR: 1:35

2:10 SmartPace Teams

Kara S. - 2:10 pacer

Kara started running eight years ago and quickly developed a love for the sport. She decided to take it to the next level and become much more competitive. During college, she was a member of a semi professional racing team based in eastern Nebraska, Lincoln Running Company Nebraska Racing. She has participated in events ranging from the 1 mile to the marathon. Her preferred distance is the half marathon. After competing for five years, she is ready to help others reach their goals through pacing.
Half Marathon PR: 1:30:11

2:15 SmartPace Teams

Erin K. - 2:15 pacer

Erin has completed dozens of half marathons and seven Marathons. Running is Erin’s workout of choice, self-care practice, and overall favorite activity out there. She will cheer you on during your race and happily share memories from past races, stories about her toddler and baby, and might even sing or dance if that’s your jam. Let’s get racing!
Half Marathon PR: 1:48

2:20 SmartPace Teams

Ashley M. - 2:20 pacer

Ashley has been running since she was a freshman in high school (1999!). She has run a 50 miler, multiple 50k’s, 7 marathons, and over 15 1/2 marathons. She is so excited and grateful to support you on your goal to this 1/2 marathon time!!
Half Marathon PR: 1:41

2:25 SmartPace Teams

Scott B. - 2:25 pacer

Scott started running again at the young age of 41 just to lose a few pounds and be in better health. Joined a local running club and after a few years of a mile here and a mile there he decided to try his first marathon in spring of 2014 and has been hooked since. Two years since the spring of 2014 he has completed many marathons and 50+ half marathons. His favorite thing about running is the camaraderie that runners share and helping others achieve their goals whether it be a first race, a PR or just enjoying a run with good company.
Half Marathon PR: 1:43

2:30 SmartPace Teams

Sean B. - 2:30 pacer

After years of wrestling in junior high, high school and college Sean needed to find a way to stay active and compete. He spent several years trying different things out. He has run in 3 full marathons, over 75 half marathons, over 100 5K's, multiple 10K's, a triathalon, duathalons, trail racing, mountain bike racing, adventure racing and obstacle racing. He competed in 4 Tough Mudders, 4 Spartan Races and many smaller obstacle races. In 2014 he got back into road races because his 6 year old wanted to do some races with him. Pacing is one of his favorite things to do and he looks forward to meeting all the awesome new people every time he paces.
Half Marathon PR: 1:40

2:35 SmartPace Teams

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!
Half Marathon PR: 1:52

2:40 SmartPace Teams

Kim C. - 2:40 pacer

Kim started running to lose the "baby weight" after her youngest turned 2. She fell in love with running, especially the half-marathon when she completed her first half (The KCM Half) in October of 2012. She enjoyed the race experience so much that she completed her second half just 4 weeks later. Since starting, Kim has completed 44 half marathons and over 35 5K & 10K runs and is a member of Half Fanatics. Kim's goal is to run to have fun and enjoy the journey.
Half Marathon PR: 1:57

2:45 SmartPace Teams

Ziva P. - 2:45 pacer

Ziva Patt-Rappaport is a seasoned runner of more than 20 years! She started running in her 20s inspired by her big sister, 20 years older and yet faster runner. She started Running 5K's, then 10K then half marathons. One time, when an old boyfriend put her down for running "only" half marathons but not full, she decided to sign up for a full marathon. That was 16 years ago (and dumped said boyfriend, needless to say). She has run several other marathons since. She has even completed a half Iron Man 70.3 - 1.2 miles swim, 56 mile bike, and a half marathon run. Running has been a constant in Ziva's life, keeping her sane through marriage, child bearing, career changing, and otherwise.
Half Marathon PR: 2:04

2:50 SmartPace Teams

Sharon J. - 2:50 pacer

Sharon started running after having 3 kids and was "bitten" by the marathon bug. Sharon has completed 23 marathons (her favorite marathons are the NY marathon, Big Sur marathon and the Chicago Marathon), the Disney Dopey 48.6 mile challenge, One 50k, more than 191 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.
Half Marathon PR: 2:19

2:55 SmartPace Teams

Denisse D. - 2:55 pacer

Denisse is a 40 year old woman, she is married to her husband Tony and together they have two children; Johann and Jayla. Denisse was raised in a family of runners, Denisse Ruiz developed a profound appreciation for movement and running as essential elements of life. Having learned to cherish the act of running and its positive impact, Denisse holds the belief that running is a deeply personal experience. In her perspective, comparing oneself to other runners is unwarranted. She emphasizes that some days may be faster or involve longer distances, while others may simply be about enjoying a leisurely walk. Denisse sees the beauty in the diversity of movement. Even though Denisse was exposed to running from a very young age, it wasn't until the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic that she found herself conquering the distance and running her first half, then her first full, and after that, her first 50k. Despite a couple of health issues that have hindered her ability to run as much as she wishes, Denisse has continued her running journey. She has expressed that she cannot stay away from running for a long period because it brings her a sense of sadness. For the race her main goal is to help other people get to the finish line, doing the best for them to get there by keeping them motivated and engaged she would like to play some music to make things fun and easier.
Half Marathon PR: 2:40

3:00 SmartPace Teams

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.
Half Marathon PR: 2:42:13

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Nam A. - 1:35 pacer