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We can't wait to see you in the fall!

Get ready for an unforgettable 6-week sports program led by University of Tennessee student-athletes!

South Doyle Middle School Track | September 7-October 12, 2025 | Sundays, 2-3 PM

Calling all kids in grades K-8... Join us for a free sports season filled with fun, energy, and new friends. Practice your skills, compete in exciting games, and connect with amazing University of Tennessee students & athletes who can’t wait to cheer you on. Secure your spot below and let the countdown to the best season ever begin!

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....there was a future where all kids have the opportunity to participate in sports regardless of socioeconomic factors? A future where collegiate athletes join with local communities to ensure team sports are accessible to all kids.

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Caroline Lyerly

Co-President

My name is Caroline and I am a junior at the University of Tennessee majoring in Biochemistry and Microbiology. I run distance and am on the Cross Country team! When I'm not working on school or on a run, I love reading, playing with my dogs, and making sourdough! This will be my second year serving as Co-President of Run Your City Knoxville and I could not be more excited for our upcoming season.

Summer Schuster

Co-President

Hi! I’m Summer and I’m a junior at the University of Tennessee and I run both Cross Country and Track! I’m studying Elementary Education and minoring in American Sign Language. I love spending time with my friends, going camping and Disney! I can’t wait to see you at RYC soon!

Callie Grace Tucker

Donor / Sponsor Relations

Hi! My name is Callie and I am a grad student at the University of Tennessee getting my Masters in Public Health, and I have an undergraduate degree in Neuroscience. I am an alum of the Lady Vols XC/Track Team! I enjoy volunteering at East Tennessee Children's Hospital and work as a medical assistant at UT Medical Center. For fun, I like to read books, watch reality TV, and go out to eat with my friends! A fun fact is that I am originally from Knoxville, TN!

Carter Knox

Treasurer

Hey y’all! My name is Carter and I am a junior at the University of Tennessee majoring in Therapeutic Recreation and Sports Management. I am on both the Track and Field and Cross Country teams. I enjoy running, fishing and overall anything in the outdoors.

Lauren Rutlin

Season Planning

Hi! My name is Lauren and I am a junior at the University of Tennessee majoring in Biomedical Engineering. I am on both the Cross Country and Track and Field teams! Outside of that, I love to hike, paint, and watch Tennessee football!!

Jaci Sievers

Public Relations / Social Media

My name is Jaci and I am a junior at the University of Tennessee! I am double majoring in Sports Journalism and Psychology. I run cross country and distance in track. I love to travel, write, and be in nature.

Haley Loewe

Community Engagement

My name is Haley and I'm a sophomore at the University of Tennessee. I plan on majoring in Food Science. Cross country is my favorite season but I also love running the 5k in track. I like to watch sunsets, play games, and eat good food!

Emma Kate Hamby

Impact

Hello! My name is Emma Kate and I am a senior, here at UT, studying Chemical Engineering with a minor in Environmental Engineering. I ran cross country and in my free time, I enjoy hiking, paddleboarding, and visiting coffee shops with friends!

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