Category Archives: Running

Jackson’s Half Marathon

Posted on September 5, 2023 by Jason

Jackson ran a half marathon over Labor Day weekend, the Boston or Bust half marathon down at Ditto Landing. He has been running for cross country, of course, but decided to add on this challenge as well. I am incredibly … Continue reading →

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Most Improved Varsity Runner

Posted on December 1, 2022 by Jason

Here’s a little video of Jackson receiving his award for “Most Improved Varsity Runner” at this year’s Cross Country Banquet. I am so proud of this guy and the way he works to achieve his goals. And I’m excited to … Continue reading →

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New PR

Posted on September 24, 2022 by Jason

Jackson posted a new personal record today: 19:24! That’s more than a minute better than his previous PR! So proud of this young man and all of his hard work. It brings me so much joy to watch him run. … Continue reading →

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“Oh, He’s Flying!”

Posted on April 29, 2022 by Jason

This picture is a bit blurry, so you might not be able to see it clearly, but that’s 5:26.41 — a new PR!

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Final Track Meet Before Sectionals 2022

Posted on April 23, 2022 by Jason

Jackson competing in the 1600m before moving on to sectionals next weekend.

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2022 Metro: Track

Posted on April 12, 2022 by Jason

Sunny brought her good camera to the Metro meet. Here are a few of my favorite pictures of Jackson, along with a video clip:

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A Great Weekend

Posted on April 10, 2022 by Jason

After watching Jackson run his track events this weekend, he and I headed over to Atlanta to see Bon Iver in concert and we also decided to hit up Six Flags. We’re exhausted, but we had a great time! Love … Continue reading →

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A New PR

Posted on October 28, 2021 by Jason

This lightning fast runner just posted a new PR! And best of all, his improvement helped catapult his team to State next week! So proud of you, man!

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400M Dash: New PR

Posted on March 19, 2021 by Jason

Jackson had a big night earlier this week at his JV track meet. He set a new PR in the 400M Dash, shaving off three seconds and winning his heat. This is the first time he’s won a heat, which … Continue reading →

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2020 Cross-Country Sectionals

Posted on November 5, 2020 by Jason

Today was a huge day for Jackson. He ran sectionals with the Madison Academy cross-country team, which is a big deal for him as a seventh grader. He ran in a varsity competition about a month ago and finished his … Continue reading →

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