Our Upcoming Races 

Eisenhower Marathon/Half - 04/27/2024

Trolley Run - 04/28/2024

Lincoln Marathon - 05/05/2024

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

“The secret of getting ahead is getting started. The secret of getting started is breaking your complex overwhelming tasks into small manageable tasks, and then starting on the first one.” Mark Twain

Meet your Pacers for
Time to Paddy Half Marathon

Half Marathon Pacers: 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

1:35 SmartPace Teams

Jeremy V. - 1:35 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
Half Marathon PR: 1:27

1:40 SmartPace Teams

Ashok A. - 1:40 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
Half Marathon PR: 1.25

1:45 SmartPace Teams

Angela S. - 1:45 pacer

Angela is a UESCA certified running coach and has experience running marathons and ultramarathons. She has been running marathons since 2016 and won her first two 50 mile ultramarathons in 2022. A big part of Angela's training involves stroller running which accounts for 60% of her runs. Angela recently joined the SmartPacing team and has high hopes of helping people hit their goals by focusing on breathing correctly, fueling properly, running form, and not starting out too fast. Angela also likes to encourage people to take joy in what their body is able to accomplish and to always set more than one goal for a race.
Half Marathon PR: 1:34

1:50 SmartPace Teams

Andrea W. - 1:50 pacer

Andrea started running to stay in shape after high school. She started meeting up to run with other mom's of young kids after her youngest was born. Those friends encouraged her to sign up for races. She did her first half marathon in 2003 and first full in 2004. Since then, she has completed numerous half marathons and 22 full marathons including Boston! She hopes to help others share in the joy of setting and achieving their running goals through pacing!
Half Marathon PR: 1:41

1:55 SmartPace Teams

Cory S. - 1:55 pacer

Cory began running seriously in 2010 when he was introduced to triathlons. First a sprint, then olympic, then half Ironman and eventually the full Ironman. Sprinkle in some half and full marathons, and running has become a rhythm of life; including a weekly early Sunday morning run of 10+ miles. His running highlight was being able to run the final 10 miles of IMFL (2021) with his daughter (who was 21 at the time) and crossing the finish line together. He now desires to be a source of encouragement and inspiration for others in reaching their goals. We can do this! Let's go!!
Half Marathon PR: 1:41

2:00 SmartPace Teams

Todd J. - 2:00 pacer

Todd began running in 2010 to do a single bucket list marathon and prove to his college friends that he was faster than them. His first race, the San Diego Marathon, was an epic disaster. He finished the race, 30 minutes later than expected, and thought it was the most miserable experience of his life. By the end of the day, he was so upset about the experience that he decided he better do it again. Later that year and after training smarter and better, he dropped his marathon time by 40 minutes. Since 2010 he has run over 15 marathons and his family complains he gets grouchy when he doesn’t get in his daily run. His favorite running memory is the Marine Corps Marathon where he was running along the Potomac River, and he swears that he heard the theme song from Chariots of Fire playing in the distance. He hopes to encourage other runners to experience their favorite miles in a race.
Half Marathon PR: 1:38

2:05 SmartPace Teams

Paige L. - 2:05 pacer

Paige started running casually in 2007 and ran her first half marathon in 2012 and hasn't looked back! Paige has run countless 5ks, 10ks, Half Marathons, and 6 Full Marathons. Paige is passionate about running and loves to encourage others in their fitness goals as well. She is looking forward to running with you!
Half Marathon PR: 1:44

2:10 SmartPace Teams

Megan D. - 2:10 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

2:15 SmartPace Teams

Kirby W. - 2:15 pacer

Kirby has been running since middle school when she started competing in track and field, she continued to run through college as a long sprinter and hurdler. After college she started with longer distance running and triathlons. She’s completed two Ironman 70.3 triathlons, 13 half marathons, and 3 full marathons. Kirby is excited to help runners of all abilities reach their goals!
Half Marathon PR: 1:54

2:20 SmartPace Teams

Nichole H. - 2:20 pacer

Nichole started running about eight years ago and joined in the triathlon scene shortly after. She has completed numerous road and trail races ranging from the 5k to full marathon (plus a super short ultra) distances. Nichole has also completed triathlons of various distances from sprint to several Ironman 70.3. She completed her first full Ironman in 2021! Nichole is the mother of two, former collegiate softball player, coaches multiple sports, and is married to a coach. She enjoys running and training with friends. Her goal is to have fun and help runners in her group meet their personal goals.
Half Marathon PR: 1:53

2:25 SmartPace Teams

Mindi F. - 2:25 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.
Half Marathon PR: 1:55:45

2:30 SmartPace Teams

Lauren A. - 2:30 pacer

Since running her first 5k in fifth grade, Lauren has been passionate about running. Competing in track and cross country in school, Lauren now regularly runs in half and full marathons. She completed her eitght full marathon at Chicago. Training includes a mix of running, crossfitting, swimming and HIIT classes. She loves to stay active and occasionally participates in triathlons and mud runs. Lauren can't wait to share her love for running with you and is way to excited to help you have a great race!
Half Marathon PR: 1:47

2:35 SmartPace Teams

Theneshia G. - 2:35 pacer

As a retired U.S Army veteran, Theneshia "T" has been involved in running for many years; however, she didn't do her first long distance race until 2006. In 2006, her neighbor asked her to join in on doing the "˜CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Half Marathon' in Baltimore, MD. Without proper training for a half marathon and lacking a real understanding of running efficiency, she completed the race and fell in love with the excitement and energy around organized races!!! It was at that very moment that T realized she wanted to become more serious about running and to challenge herself to complete more long-distance races, with proper training. T knew at that moment she wanted to transition from just "˜RUNNING' to being a "˜RUNNER.' Since her first half marathon in 2006, she has completed countless half marathons, 5Ks, 10Ks, RAGNARs, Army Ten Milers, 1 -30k, and three ultramarathons ( 2 x 50k, and 1 x 50 miler - infamous JFK 50 miler). She decided she wanted to be a pacer when she realized it brings absolute DELIGHT and JOY to her heart to be a part of helping others achieve their goals. It's not about her, it's about YOU! For some, running goes deeper than the surface of just running. We never know what spiritual, emotional, mental, or physical barriers a runner may truly be trying to overcome or personal goal they want to achieve. But whatever it may be, T desires to do her part in helping them tear down those barriers and reach those goals while on the pavement! Loyal-T #JourneyTo1Percent Phil4:13
Half Marathon PR: 2:00

2:40 SmartPace Teams

Kristina M. - 2:40 pacer

Kristina started running 9 years ago to lose some weight and within a year she had completed her first marathon. To date, she has completed over 40 half marathons and 13 full marathons. She loves the KC running community and the friends she has made along the way. It is not uncommon for her to hang out at the finish line after she is done with a race and cheer on others to their finish. Seeing others accomplish their goals inspires Kristina and is why pacing appeals to her. Kristina has also completed several triathlons including a full Ironman in Boulder in 2014. Her ultimate running goal is to qualify for Boston one day. She looks forward to running beside you and helping you achieve your goals and hopefully have some fun along the way!!
Half Marathon PR: 1:51

2:45 SmartPace Teams

Pamela D. - 2:45 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

2:50 SmartPace Teams

Tom M. - 2:50 pacer

Tom ran track and cross-country in high school and mostly 10K’s during and after college. After a couple decades of work and family obligations his physician told him to exercise. Running was familiar and races provided measures of progress. He’s run over 40 marathons, including Boston, Chicago, New York, Berlin, and London along with local marathons, half marathons, 10 and 5K’s. He experienced the advantages of the SmartPacing system and is delighted to share that with you, whether this is a first race, a PR attempt, or a comeback race. He will ease you into an efficient pace, going slow in uphills and faster in downhills, along with strategic walk breaks at aid stations. He’ll encourage you, distract you, and entertain you to your goal. He has paced numerous races over several years and enjoyed helping runners achieve their goals.
Half Marathon PR: 1:39

2:55 SmartPace Teams

Kim C. - 2:55 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

3:00 SmartPace Teams

Denisse D. - 3:00 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

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