Recognizing that many of our members are not only tops in their age group, but also role models of a healthy lifestyle that includes running, we created an official Racing Team in 2014. Wearing the official Racing Team jersey, these amazing runners have represented our club at all levels, including local, state and national events including the Boston Marathon
Expectations of a TCTC Racing Team Member
TCTC Racing Team members are chosen on the basis of showing good sportsmanship and character, and have a strong desire to be active in the local running community and age-group running ability.
All TCTC Racing Team members are expected to conduct themselves in the utmost respectable, honorable and sportsmanship-like manner, as ambassadors in the community representing TCTC with integrity.
TCTC Racing Team members are expected to wear the TCTC Race singlet at all running events that they participate in.
TCTC Racing Team members are asked to volunteer in at least two of the club’s premiere events including the Cherry Kids Fun Run in July, the Good Fight 5K in October, the Farmland in December, The Jingle Bell Run in December, and the Frozen Foot in January.
TCTC Racing Team members must keep a current membership in the Traverse City Track Club
We invite members to submit an application to help fill our roster of 20-30 men and women.
Meet The Team
Kristen Verrett
What is your 2022/2023 Race Goal?
My race goal is to run longer distances in racing events to improve my times.
Why do you want to represent TCTC Racing Team?
I love to encourage the sport of running! I am also very passionate about what the club does for our community.
Kyle Kiel
What is your 2022/2023 Race Goal?
My race goal for the season is to PR my marathon time.
Why do you want to represent TCTC Racing Team?
I enjoy supporting the Traverse City Track Club and everything it stands for. I like to encourage and motivate others.
Adri Fowler
What is your 2022/2023 Race Goal?
To represent the race team a top the podium!
Why do you want to represent TCTC Racing Team?
I live for racing, I'm so competitive.
Chris Stark
What is your 2022/2023 Race Goal?
To get back involved in me racing and to qualify for Boston one last time.
Why do you want to represent TCTC Racing Team?
I want to provide a positive example for people in our community and my children around fitness and competition.
Daniel McGoran
What is your 2022/2023 Race Goal?
To get back at it for 2023. I spent most of 22 with a host of injuries. Race goals are top 3 at the north mitten half, sleeping bear half, Charlevoix 10k, Cherry festival 10k. Then I will add in a few 5k's in between.
Why do you want to represent TCTC Racing Team?
I LOVE showing up to races knowing I have to "show up" for the team points at races. The camaraderie that comes with team sports is great. And the volunteer opportunities that come with it are a fun way to promote TCTC and its race team so the younger generations will keep it going.
Duane Amato
What is your 2022/2023 Race Goal?
My goal for 2022 is to finish in first place in my age group in each of my running races.
Why do you want to represent TCTC Racing Team?
I feel like everyone on the TCTC Racing Team gives 100% effort in each race event. We are all very proud to represent the Traverse City Track Club. It is an honor to be on the team.
Harry Yee
What is your 2022/2023 Race Goal?
Get faster with one step at a time.
Why do you want to represent TCTC Racing Team?
I like what the TCTC do for the community and what WE represent when people see us wearing the TCTC Racing team singlet!
Tracey Allers
What is your 2022/2023 Race Goal?
Done with 2022 race goals, including 2 half marathons, an Olympic distance triathlon and a Half Ironman.
2023 race goals include running another Boston qualifier
Why do you want to represent TCTC Racing Team?
Running has brought some of the best people into my life, so looking forward to making more connections and representing a healthy lifestyle in the community.
Kurt Gogolin
What is your 2022/2023 Race Goal?
Solid performance at Chicago Marathon.
Why do you want to represent TCTC Racing Team?
Love mentoring runners, would like to give back to running community all I’ve learned over the years. I truly enjoy watching someone excel beyond their wildest dreams in this sport.
Jim Graham
What is your 2022/2023 Race Goal?
I aim to stay healthy and finish the Grand Prix with at least 100 points. Want to do well at Bayshore and National Cherry Festival of Races.
Why do you want to represent TCTC Racing Team?
It is an honor to be included on the TCTC Racing Team. Love the positive vibe and the camaraderie of the group.
Jeremy Treadwell
What is your 2022/2023 Race Goal?
My 2023 race goal is to stay in good health and model good running form and a positive attitude. Hopefully I can land on the podium in a dozen or more races and finish in the top ten of the Summer Series. I will race a variety of distances and hope to break 1:35 in the Bayshore Half Marathon.
Why do you want to represent TCTC Racing Team?
I think it is important to be an ambassador for our sport, ready to welcome others who may not have much experience on the northwestern Michigan race circuit. By sharing our love of running we make it more enjoyable and rewarding for everyone.
Trevor Darnell
What is your 2022/2023 Race Goal?
I participated in quite a few races this year including Bayshore Half marathon finishing in 1:21, Steelhead Ironman 70.3 and Michigan Ironman 70.3. Harbor Run 10k and Cherry Festival 5k.
Why do you want to represent TCTC Racing Team?
I love being a part of the TCTC Racing Team knowing that I'm representing and supporting the biggest and best running club in Michigan. This club is a phenomenal support community for beginner or advanced runners that gives so much back to its community and its members. It's been an honor to represent the club in countless races over the many years that I've represented it.
Lewis Rasho
What is your 2022/2023 Race Goal?
It has been a tough year for me. My goal at this point is to be able to get the one hundred points for the track club Grand Prix series.
Why do you want to represent TCTC Racing Team?
Running has been an important part of my life for over fifty years. I ran my first track club run in 1971. My hope is that I might inspire a young runner to make running a life long activity as I have.
Donna Send
What is your 2022/2023 Race Goal?
Well with 2022 almost over my 2023 goal is to complete my 100th half marathon at bayshore and also run a 100k in September. Lord willing
Why do you want to represent TCTC Racing Team?
I love being part of the race team, I love showing the positive energy at races and meeting new people along the way.
Katie Boyce
What is your 2022/2023 Race Goal?
PR a 10K.
Why do you want to represent TCTC Racing Team?
I want to represent a racing team because it’s my passion and drive. I love to compete and want to share that energy with other competitors.
Jamie Carter
What is your 2022/2023 Race Goal?
To get under a 10 min pace.
Why do you want to represent TCTC Racing Team?
I absolutely love the track club and all the running family.
Hannah Thomas
What is your 2022/2023 Race Goal?
To have fun without injury.
Why do you want to represent TCTC Racing Team?
I love track club! It has gotten me back in the sport of running and given me a hobby outside of work and family.
Samantha Corbin
What is your 2022/2023 Race Goal?
My 2023 race goal is to get sub 3:30:00 (hopefully at Bayshore!). Once I accomplish that, I will shift towards focusing on building holistic strength in preparation for my first Boston Marathon; core muscles via yoga, mental stamina via meditation, and solid routines regarding sleep and nutrition. I am also looking forward to my first season competing with the TCTC racing team!
Why do you want to represent TCTC Racing Team?
I enjoy being a strong and focused runner, but the joy seems diminished when you're only running for yourself. Being part of the coaching team for East Middle School has taught me humility, and allowed me a chance to witness the beautiful orchestration of comraderie for the first time since my high school days. I am inspired by all that TCTC does withen our community, and I am honored to have a chance to represent them, and to experience the unique perspective of teammate once again.
Nicole Enger
What is your 2023 Race Goal?
My goal for this year is to do more trail races and improve my 5 mile time.
Why do you want to represent TCTC Racing Team?
TCTC has given so much to me. I have done/ tried this I never would have had I not joined the track club. It has Ben the support or members and the team that encouraged me doing triathlons and longer distances like marathon or ultras. I truly am grateful to be apart of it.
Jennifer Worden
What is your 2023 Race Goal?
For 2023 I would like to PR the half marathon at the Bayshore Marathon and also PR at the Berlin Marathon! I also am looking forward to all the shorter distance events locally throughout the year.
Why do you want to represent TCTC Racing Team?
The runners on this racing team are all so amazing! I am looking forward to learning from each and every one of them. Being a part of a team is so motivating, inspiring and just so much fun! I can’t wait to be able to represent the team and city at events all over the world!
Chris Roberts
What is your 2023 Race Goal?
Running a half marathon trail race.
Why do you want to represent TCTC Racing Team?
Being a member of TCTC has been a motivational force in my running goals with the programs and races they sponsor and support. I'd particularly like to represent TCTC in more trail running events.