your hometown team
Run Chapel Hill
this season
starts
February 1, 2026
when
Sundays from 2:00pm to 3:00pm starting Feb 1st and ending March 8th
meet the people
Run Chapel Hill leadership team
Brynn Brown
Co-President
Hi! My name is Brynn and I am a senior at UNC Chapel Hill. I am double majoring in Neuroscience and Psychology on the pre-med track at UNC. I track and cross country for UNC. I am from Texas and in my free time I love being outside.
Chauncey Chen
Community Engagement
Hi! My name is Chauncey and I'm a junior at UNC Chapel Hill. I'm double majoring in Chemistry and Chinese. I've been running since 5th grade and I currently compete with UNC Club Running in both track and cross country. In my spare time, I enjoy cooking and reading. I'm excited to work with RYC as a new member of the leadership team!
Hannah Rae Shaffer
Donor / Sponsor Relations
Hi! My name is Hannah Rae, and I’m a freshman planning to major in Business at UNC Chapel Hill. I run long-distance track and cross country, specifically the mile, 3k, and 5k. In my free time, I like to read, solve puzzles, and crochet! I’m so excited to be a part of the donor relations team this year!
Mac Conwell
Season Planning
Hey I'm Mac Conwell. I am a Biology student at UNC and run cross country and track. Outside of running and school I spend time playing music, reading, watching sports and TV, and loving my family, friends, and Jesus.
Maddie Gardiner
Community Engagement, Public Relations / Social Media
Hi my name is Maddie Gardiner and I am a sophmore at UNC. I am majoring in Media and Journalism. I run distance on the UNC Cross Country and Track and Field team. In my free time, I like to read, try new restaurants, and spend time with friends. I am a returning LT member.
Maelynn Higgins
Co-President
Hi! My name is Maelynn Higgins, and I am on the track and cross country team at UNC Chapel Hill! I study Psychology and Neuroscience. I am excited to continue growing our RYC relationship with the community!
Serena Chao
Donor / Sponsor Relations
My name is Serena and I am a sophomore at UNC double-majoring in Mathematics and Business. I am on the Club Running Team and in my free time I love trying new workout classes, going to concerts, and traveling!
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.