your hometown team
Run Boone
this season
starts
March 15, 2026
when
March 15 (through April 26 b/c of Easter on the 5); 4 to 5pm
meet the people
Run Boone leadership team
Allie Kinlaw
Treasurer
Hi! My name is Allie Kinlaw and I am a freshman at Appalachian State University! I am double majoring in History and English, Secondary Education. I run the 3k steeplechase and the 5k! In my free time, I like to read,
Ashby Williams
Community Engagement
Hi! My name is Ashby, and I am a freshman at Appalachian State University. I am majoring in cell and molecular biology, and I run the 3k, 5k, and 10k on App’s Track and Field team. In my free time, I love to listen to music, play my drums, and read!
Breanna Budzinski
Public Relations / Social Media
Hi my name is Breanna Budzinski and I am a sophomore at Appalachian State University!! I plan on majoring in nursing. I run the 5k and 10k on the track and field team! My favorite things to do in my free time include thrifting, hiking, going to Church, and driving on the Blue Ridge Parkway!! I am a new LT member, and I am so excited to start this chapter!!
Ella Battel
Co-President
Hello! My name is Ella Battel and I am a sophmore at Appalachian State University. I a majoring in Psychology with a concentration in Human Services and a minor in Leadership Studies. I primarily run the 800m and the 1500m, but am always open to trying new events! In my free time, I enjoy painting, drawing, hiking, and spending time with my friends and my cats: Stevie Nicks and Al Green.
Katie Johnson
Donor / Sponsor Relations
Hi, I am Katie Johnson! I'm a sophomore on the cross country and track team at Appalachian State University. I race anything from the mile up to the 5k. I am passionate about sustainability and learning about the Earth, and I love to read, paint, and spend time outdoors!
Mary Biagini
Co-President
Hi! My name is Mary Biagini and I am a junior at Appalachian State University. I am majoring in Exercise Science with a minor in Chemistry. I run cross country and the 5,000m and 10,000m on the Track & Field team. In my free time, I like to hike, spend time with friends, and read.
what if?
…there was a future where every kid gets to play, no matter their zip code, ability level, or family's income?
A future where collegiate athletes lock arms with their communities to make team sports accessible for all.