Jennifer Champagne Saunders shares her journey back to long distance running after a nearly 20-year hiatus caused by foot surgery, relocation, and family commitments. After the loss of her mother, she rekindled her passion for running, completing six half marathons in under six months. Emphasizing gratitude, she cherishes the supportive community, the moments of joy during the races, and the police and volunteers who ensure safety. Though her pace has slowed, she remains thankful for the experience and looks forward to future events, particularly the HF meetup in January.
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Run Family at the Zydeco Marathon/Half Marathon
Before the start of a race, the Marathon Maniac and Half Fanatic running family makes it a tradition to take a ‘Family Photo.’ On March 8, 2026, they gathered for a quick group picture at the Zydeco Marathon/Half Marathon in Lafayette, LA. This event highlights their presence at races across the nation, showcasing the camaraderie and spirit within their community. The photo was credited to Jennifer Clark, capturing this special moment before the race began.
First Quarter 2027 Meet-up
Plan your trip to the Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics first quarter 2027 meet-up at the Louisiana Marathon in Baton Rouge: hotels, travel and more.
Louisiana Marathon in Baton Rouge
Jennifer Clark (MM15623, DA3643, HF16743) finished half 265 at the Louisiana Marathon in Baton Rouge.
Running the Big Easy Half
Jennifer Clark (HF16743, DA3643, MM15623) finished half 256 at the Big Easy Halloween Half in New Orleans.
Running Ragged: “Gulf to Appalachia”
Sivabalan Pandian (MM13150) finished the Mainly Marathons Running Ragged Gulf to Appalachia series.
A Case of Deja’ Vu at the Louisiana Half Marathon
Tricia and Aubrey Davis (HF18538 and HF18587) raced the Louisiana Half Marathon.
Running in NOLA
Katie Galvin (HF18478) ran half 23 and state 16 at the Rock ‘n’ Roll New Orleans 5K and Half, picking up a remix medal and a San Antonio challenge medal along Lake Pontchartrain.
10 Short Stories from Medal Monday Volume 15
Medal Monday Volume 15 collects 10 member stories, from the Last Chance Half in Bellingham and Daufuskie Island to Houston, the Louisiana Half, a 50th-state finish, and a Museum of Aviation Boston qualifier.
Louisiana Half Marathon
Jolanta Thorburn (HF18464) opened 2022 at the Louisiana Half Marathon in Baton Rouge, state 9 of 50 and road half number 15, with a 3-second PR and a Deja Voodoo medal from the 5K.