your hometown team
Run Buies Creek
this season
RYC Buies Creek
We welcome each child with excitement and enthusiasm, helping them feel comfortable in an environment where they can become involved in the sport of running. As they build friendships along the way, they will grow more confident and look forward to practices and race days throughout the next six weeks. Our goal is to create a space that fosters confidence, encourages personal growth, and inspires a lifelong love of running.
meet the people
Run Buies Creek leadership team
Emelyn Lacour
Co-President
Hi! My name is Emelyn Lacour and I am a senior at Campbell University. I am majoring in Biology Pre-Med and minoring in Chemistry. I run on the cross country team and also anywhere from the 800m to the 5k on the track and field team. In my free time I love to listen to music and try new coffee places!
Samantha Sproul
Co-President
Hi! My name is Samantha Sproul, and I am a senior at Campbell University where I run distance for the cross country and track teams. I am majoring in Exercise and Sports Science Pre-Occupational Therapy, and I am minoring in Health and Wellness. I enjoy spending time outdoors and I am always up to trying something new!
Nora Stroud
Donor / Sponsor Relations
Hi! My name is Nora Stroud and I am a junior at Campbell. I am majoring in Kinesiology Pre-PA. I pole vault for the track and field team. In my free time I love to watch movie, spend time with my friends and family, and spend time at the beach.
Sophie Cowart
Treasurer
Hey there! My name is Sophie Cowart and I am a senior at Campbell University majoring in Accounting. I stick to more of the long distance in track, so I like to call myself a 5Ker. Outside training and school, I enjoy hiking in the mountains and playing with dogs and cats at home. I love seeing the impact Run Your City has on kids in Buies Creek and I am so grateful to have the opportunity to get involved!
Kaitlynn Howell
Volunteer Engagement
Hi everyone! My name is Kaitlynn Howell! I am a sophomore at Campbell University majoring in Pre-nursing. I'm on both the cross country and track & field team. I love seeing new places and meeting new people. I especially love the mountains! I am so excited to be a part of Run Your City Buies Creek!
Sophia Rosado
Public Relations / Social Media
Hi! My name is Sophia Rosado, and I recently graduated in May 2026 from Campbell University with a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science. I am currently a Physical Therapy Technician, and working towards the goal of earning my Doctorate of Physical Therapy. I love coffee, going on walks, and spending time with my family and friends.
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.