your hometown team
Run Villanova
this season
Run Villanova está aquí, ¡ven a correr con nosotros este otoño!
Run Villanova es parte de Run Your City, una organización sin fines de lucro centrada en crear una comunidad inclusiva a través del running. Dirigidos por estudiantes-atletas de la Universidad de Villanova, nuestra misión es ayudar a los niños locales a desarrollar confianza, desarrollar hábitos saludables y descubrir el amor por correr. Nuestro objetivo es hacer que la carrera y la tutoría sean accesibles para niños de todos los orígenes, niveles de experiencia y habilidades. El otoño de 2026 será la primera temporada de Run Villanova's, ¡y no podemos esperar para construir nuestra comunidad y correr juntos!
meet the people
Run Villanova leadership team
Caelen O'Leary
President
Hey!! 😸 I'm Caelen! I'm a senior at Villanova University on the XC and Track & Field team. I'm from Taunton, MA, and studying comprehensive science. As president, I started this chapter to help make running accessible, fun, and welcoming for every child on the mainline. In my free time, I love hiking, trying a fun recipe, and spending time with family. Wicked excited to have some fun this year!!
Gina Smith
Vice President
Hi! My name is Gina Smith and I am on the Track and Field team at Villanova University. I am a senior majoring in Biology. In my free time I enjoy cooking, trying new restaurants, traveling, and cheering on Villanova sports!
Cecelia
Community Engagement
Gabby Pistner
Season Planning / Volunteer Engagement
Hello! My name is Gabby Pistner, and I am a sophomore on the Villanova track and cross-country team. I am majoring in comprehensive science. In my free time I like to spend time with my friends/family, being outdoors, and running, of course :).
Therese Trainer
Treasurer
Hi my name is Therese Trainer! I am a senior on the Villanova cross country and track teams from Havertown, PA. I am majoring in Finance. In my free time I like to spend time with friends and family, to cook and bake, spend time outdoors. So excited to be apart of this organization!!
Mariana Lopez del Valle
Social Media / Public Relations
Hi! My name is Mariana Lopez del Valle, and I'm a sophomore at Villanova this year. I'm a long jumper for Track team, and I'm studying neuroscience on the pre-med track. I love hanging out with my friends, doing art, and being active. I'm so excited to be a part of run your city this year!
Maeve Smith
Donor / Sponsor Relations
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.