Laura Powell, Partnerships Coordinator

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When was your first run with YRC? How did you hear about it?

My first run was in August of 2023 at Allegheny City Brewing! I had seen several friends post about YRC on Instagram, and I knew I had to check it out!

What does being a "local, lovable misfit runner" mean to you? 

To have the strength to bring your true, weird and unique self to runs. To just have fun and enjoy running with other like-minded friends.

What keeps you coming back to YRC/running in general?

THE PEOPLE! I love having a group of fell misfit runners that I now call my friends. The community of YRC is top notch.

Who is someone you’d love to go on a run with?

Jasmin Paris! Shes the first (and only) woman to ever complete the Barkley Marathons. She is such a badass, and I’d love to run with her and know what went through her mind as she ran Barkley.