Our Upcoming Races 

Running with the Cows Half - 05/11/2024

Colfax Marathon - 05/19/2024

Bill Snyder Highway Half - 05/25/2024

Hospital Hill Run - 06/01/2024

Clinton Historic Half - 06/15/2024

Hometown Half Marathon - 06/15/2024

Four on the 4th - 07/04/2024

Words to run by

"There's no such thing as bad weather, just soft people." Bill Bowerman

Meet your Pacers for
Stilly Half Marathon

Half Marathon Pacers: 1:30 1:35 1:40 1:45 1:50 1:55 2:00 2:05 2:10 2:15 2:20 2:25 2:30 2:35 2:40 2:45 2:50 2:55 3:00

Half Marathon SmartPace Teams

1:30 SmartPace Teams

Matt O. - 1:30 pacer

Matt started running cross country in high school after getting cut from the soccer team, and quickly fell in love with distance running. The camaraderie of group runs, the calm of a long solo run, and the thrill of racing are all integral parts of Matt's life. Matt has been a distance runner for 25 years, building up from 5k's to marathons and a couple ultras (not too many of those though!) Matt has completed over 90 half marathons and close to 80 marathons, and has paced over three dozen events. He is looking forward to helping people meet their goals as a pacer!
Half Marathon PR: 1:21

1:35 SmartPace Teams

Mike B. - 1:35 pacer

Mike is from Edmond Oklahoma and found running later in life and never raced till he turned 40. He has since run Boston 6 times. He has 4 finishes below 3 hours and a half PR of 1:21. Recently he has begun focusing on longer endurance runs and has now run multiple ultras including Leadville, Javelina and Black Canyon. He is currently training for a grueling 100 in Buena Vista Colorado. Though he loves to compete he also loves to help people reach their potential and has been drawn to the sport because of the people and the community of encouragement that is evident. He now has drawn two of his three kids into the sport and now they are also competing.
Half Marathon PR: 1:21

1:40 SmartPace Teams

Ben P. - 1:40 pacer

Moore, Oklahoma's Ben started with 5Ks in 2015, found his running tribe in 2016, and conquered his first half in 2017. Now, a veteran of 25+ halves (though he's run marathons too!), Ben fuels the OKC Running Club and preaches the gospel of "FUN" running. Join his joy-filled stride, beginner or champion!
Half Marathon PR: 1:36:17

1:45 SmartPace Teams

JEFFREY W. - 1:45 pacer

Jeff’s running career began in 2009 and ran his first marathon in 2010 at the OKC Memorial Marathon. He has completed 51 marathons, including Berlin, Chicago, NYC, London, Tokyo and Boston (5 times). He started a Hansons Marathon Method training group in OKC with a couple other runners and have helped introduce the method to more than 60 others. Jeff has paced 1:35, 1:40, 1:45 and 1:50 half marathons and 3:30, 3:40, 3:50 & 4:00 marathon groups. There could be ‘bad dad’ jokes or trivia questions along the route. Jeff’s long term goal is to run a sub-3:00 marathon.
Half Marathon PR: 1:30:31

1:50 SmartPace Teams

Cameron H. - 1:50 pacer

I started marathoning back in 1999 with no idea what I got myself into. Fast forward to today, I got a lot of "what not to do" more than "what to do" stories. For me, marathons are always a work in progress. I am slowly working on running a marathon in all 50 states, with 16 completed thus far. If work didn't get in the way, I would be done by now. My annual goal have been to do the "Run the Calendar Year" to keep me motivated and sharp in between marathons. I just love the sport of long distance running. This will be my first time pacing a group and I am very excited for this opportunity. We will be partying for 13.1 miles at the Stilly Half Marathon.
Half Marathon PR: 1:30

1:55 SmartPace Teams

Lynn K. - 1:55 pacer

Running for more than 35 years including 53 marathons with 5 of those Boston Marathons. Have helped successfully pace several Half Marathoners in the 2:00-2:10 finish times and for many individuals striving to finish a race or a specific goal. Really enjoy the social aspect of running and take every opportunity to promote the participation in racing. I really enjoy encouraging other runners. I am the race director for the Pistol Pete 5K/10K race in Perkins. I will not only pace but give advice and encourage you during the race to make for a successful day!
Half Marathon PR: 1:35

2:00 SmartPace Teams

Kevin G. - 2:00 pacer

Kevin is a half marathon pacing coach at Fleet Feet Tulsa who began running in March 2020 at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. After running his first half marathon in 2:28:03 in December 2020, he managed to trim nearly 45 minutes off his time in 16 months to achieve his current PR of 1:43:27. Kevin ran his first marathon in June 2023, completing Grandma's Marathon in 3:49:02 while achieving a negative split. This will mark his eighth half marathon as a pacer — including his third Bill Snyder Highway Half — and 20th half marathon overall.
Half Marathon PR: 1:43:27

Brad V. - 2:00 pacer

I have been running consistently since 2011 after an 18 year break. I’ve completed 5 full marathons and numerous halfs. My first race as a pacer was in 2019 and I’ve had lots of fun as a pacer since then. I look forward to helping others achieve their running goals!
Half Marathon PR: 1:38

2:05 SmartPace Teams

Brett L. - 2:05 pacer

Brett is a runner and triathlete living in Olathe, Kansas. He grew up in Topeka, playing soccer and running track in high school. During college he began long distance running and soon after started biking and swimming. He's completed a number of distance races from 5k's to half marathons.
Half Marathon PR: 1:40:10

2:10 SmartPace Teams

Gena W. - 2:10 pacer

Gena has been running for years. She started running 5Ks soon after graduating from high school and throughout college she fell in love with distance. Her father wanted to run a marathon for his 50th birthday so she joined him. He made it look easy to run and then have a full day of work ahead of him so She thought it wouldn't be that bad. That first marathon was Gena's worst! If you have experienced a tough race please join Gena as a pacer. She'd love to see you accomplish your next!
Half Marathon PR: 1:40:10

2:15 SmartPace Teams

Chad N. - 2:15 pacer

Chad did not start his running journey his 52nd birthday. He was challenged by a group of his church peers to complete the Rudolf Run in December 2018. Starting in October he attempted his first run and was only able to run to a light post and walk to the next one. After 2 months he was able to make the 5K in 29:51. During this time he noticed his weight was starting to drop and this became a huge motivator. The 5K progressed to the 10K, to the 15K and finally the Route 66 half marathon in 2019. During this year his weight dropped from 240 lbs to 190 lbs. After completeing the half he fell to the peer pressure to attempt a full marathon. At this point all his training was done on his own. He decided if a marathon was the goal he needed a training program and signed up with Fleet Feet Marathon in Training Program in the spring of 2020. It was during this time the passion of running with fellow runners became apart of who he is. He went from participant to coach and has been coaching for three years. This Stilly Half will be his first time pacing and he super excited to be apart of the 2:15 runners.
Half Marathon PR: 1:54

2:20 SmartPace Teams

Jennifer S. - 2:20 pacer

My name is Jennifer Stong and I’ll be pacing the 1:55 1/2 marathon group. I’m 49 years old and live in Edmond, OK. I took up running in 2003 and have run 84 marathon and 12 ultra-distances. I have done 24 The Hard Way in OKC three times and my most miles I’ve completed yet was 113.1. I’ve also participated in 6, 8, and 12 hour endurance runs. My marathon PR is 3:07:55 which ironically occurred during the Go Short, Go Long, Go Very Long 50K where I was the overall winner in 3:45:48. On October 11th, 2021 I will be running in my 6th consecutive Boston Marathon. I look forward to meeting everyone in my group and sharing another great race together.
Half Marathon PR: 1:32

2:25 SmartPace Teams

Jimmy L. - 2:25 pacer

In 2013 a coworker asked if I wanted to run the OKCMM relay team. Since then running has been my main hobby. From that time on, I have completed 16 marathons. My PR marathon is 3:37:45 and the half marathon is 1:41:46. The passion for running has improved the quality of my life from reducing stress to gaining fitness, a great way to be involved in the community and to promote a healthy living style. I'm excited and honored to be part of SmartPace Teams. My goal is to encourage & motivate runners to reach their finishing time goal. Please come and run with me!
Half Marathon PR: 1:41:46

2:30 SmartPace Teams

Ryan W. - 2:30 pacer

Ryan started running in 2017 for fun and exercise. Ryan began running with a local running group in south Oklahoma City, where he found accountability and support. After 7 full marathons and over 15 half marathons, Ryan decided it was time to encourage and support other runners. I'm honored to be a part of the Smart Pacing team. Ryan's goal is to get you across the finishing line to feel the excitement and accomplishment he has had so many times.
Half Marathon PR: 1:46

2:35 SmartPace Teams

Wael S. - 2:35 pacer

Wael has been running since 2008. He has completed several ultra trail races, several half marathons and full marathons. He enjoys trail running with the Kansas City Trail Nerds. Wael completed three 100 mile ultra runs with a sub-24 hour finish in Feb, 2014.
Half Marathon PR: 1:38

2:40 SmartPace Teams

Lyle R. - 2:40 pacer

Lyle has been running for over 30 years and has completed more than 125 Marathons or Ultra Marathons. He enjoys giving back to the running community by coaching and pacing runners to crush their Marathon goals.
Half Marathon PR: 1:48:00

2:45 SmartPace Teams

Kathryn W. - 2:45 pacer

Kathryn has been a competitive runner for 40 years. Over the last 26 years, she has completed 193 marathons/ultramarathons over 75 of them officially pacing. Her prowess to maintain a consistent pace and finishing so close to goal time, has earned her the moniker "The Pacer Queen". She is in pursuit of running all 50 states, but is slowed by the willingness to run the same marathons every year. Continuous streaks include 26 Houston, all 19 Oklahoma City Memorial, and all 13 Route 66 marathons. The positive of running so marathons anywhere is that her son has been to more states and countries than most adults. Kathryn's favorite quote is "To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift." Steve Prefontaine.
Half Marathon PR: 1:37

2:50 SmartPace Teams

Amy K. - 2:50 pacer

Losing a parent at a young age from Heart Disease to fighting obesity I have found a love for running and triathlons. From barely able to walk down the hall without feeling out of breath to running half and full marathons and participating in triathlons I have gotten years of my life back. I enjoy supporting and empowering others along my journey. If you want to succeed make a plan, set a goal and put one foot in front of the other. Anything is possible.
Half Marathon PR: 2:19

2:55 SmartPace Teams

DeAnne M. - 2:55 pacer

DeAnne began running in 2006 during a journey to lose weight and change her health destiny. Starting with the Couch To 5K program (on a treadmill in her bedroom), she has gone on to run 10 full marathons, 25+ half marathons, and many, many 5K, 10k and 15Ks. In addition to pacing, she has served as a certified running coach for beginning, half and full marathon groups in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Her goal in pacing is to not only motivate and finish on time, but to make the experience as positive and fun as possible.
Half Marathon PR: 2:02

3:00 SmartPace Teams

Becky N. - 3:00 pacer

Becky is a 54 yr old runner from OK and has been running for over 25 years. She started doing half marathons in 2010 and marathons in 2011. First half was OKC Memorial and first marathon was Big Sur. Since then, she's run 35 halfs, 12 marathons and 1 ultra. Becky has paced 5- 15k races, 7 half marathons and 1 marathon. She has come within 30 seconds of goal pace every time. She has been pacing the 2:45 - 3:00 half marathon finish times and generally does run/walk intervals. She has found that 15/30 works very well for those times, but that interval is not set in stone. She will modify according to what the group would like to do. She loves doing what she can to help people reach their goal times.
Half Marathon PR: 2:08

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