by Tom Garrity | Aug 13, 2025 | The Runner's Bib, Uncategorized
I am running the Rio Grande One Medal 5k for my daughter Tori, who is serving in the United States Air Force. She is currently deployed overseas. Even from across the world, she continues to be my greatest source of strength. Her courage, dedication, and unwavering...
by Tom Garrity | May 11, 2025 | The Runner's Bib
Submitted by Jenniyuh who ran in the One Medal 5K I give this medal to my grandpa’s brother, Danny Sanchez. He died on his motorcycle when he was hit by a drunk driver.. I want to dedicate this medal to him to raise awareness about drunk driving. Danny loved people...
by Tom Garrity | May 4, 2025 | The Runner's Bib
Submitted by Geri-Lynn I will be running the 2025 Lilly Barrack Ladies Night One Medal 5k in memory of my cousin, Loren Dils. Loren was a 2011 University of New Mexico Hall of Honor inductee and a longtime assistant Lobo Tennis coach, who died on 11/3/21 at the age of...
by Tom Garrity | Apr 18, 2025 | Uncategorized
I am hiking for (and with) my mini donkey, Emory. I first met Emory a couple years ago at an equine rescue that I worked at. Emory was rescued by the livestock division of the police due to abuse/neglect and was extremely fearful around people. He would shake in the...
by Tom Garrity | Mar 24, 2025 | The Runner's Bib
The Bataan Memorial Death March at White Sands Missile Range is a one of those races that captured my attention many years ago. My daughter Casey and I ran and finished the “Heavy Half” of 14.5 miles. The event is more than a marathon,...
