Date of Birth
04/11/96
Age on Race Day
27
Current Residence
Richmond, Va
Hometown
Richmond, Va
High School
Matoaca
Current Affiliation
None
Profession
Cancer Research at the National Cancer Institute (NCI)/National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Marathon PB
2:35:43
First Trials qualification
Yes
Number of attempts to qualify
1
College(s)
UConn ‘18 (swimmer)
Career Highlights
7th at 2023 U.S. 10k Road Championships
Family
I am the first-born of a set of quadruplets (3 girls and 1 boy; named Bethany, Natalie, and Nathaniel). Most, if not all, of my competitive spirit and related success originates from my experience as a quad. Our parents never ceased to provide us with every opportunity to thrive, both as a team and as individuals. Needless to say, my siblings serve as not only my biggest competitors, but also my greatest supporters.
Greatest Accomplishment
Listening to my intuition. I spent 25 years of my life chasing goals that felt practical, but never truly satiated my soul. Once I began to pursue possibility over practicality, I began to discover my highest, most fulfilled self.
Interesting Story
In addition to my professional and athletic career, I also serve as the primary caretaker for my ill father. Although he’s extremely limited in his ability to walk, he fills his days with the hope of one day running another marathon. I began running two years ago because he can’t. Unexpectedly, in pursuit of fulfilling his dream, I began one of my own.
Favorite Book
All the Light We Cannot See (Anthony Doerr)
Favorite Movie
Pulp Fiction
Favorite TV Show/Series
Survivor
Favorite Song
Element by Pop Smoke
Favorite Post-race Indulgence
Steak sandwich & fries
Favorite Breakfast
Mama’s cookin’!
Favorite Motivational Quote
“To whom much is given, much will be required.”
(Luke 12:48)
Favorite Running Memory
Hearing my sister’s voice on the sidelines with 100m to go at CIM (2022). She said, “We’re going to Disney World, Soph!,” with a sense of pride in me that was nearly palpable. My eyes well up with tears every time I think of it!