“I was thrilled that we had the four generations running again.'
in 1979 to close to 5,000 women now in its 41st year. As the race grew in popularity—even serving as the women’s 10K championships for years—it helped stimulate interest in distance running in women across the country.
It was actually the second time the women laced up together: Back in 2016, the family—which also included Carey’s sister, LouAnn Danahe—completed the race for the first time. Colleen Morrissey-Wheatley, Nancy Morrissey, Carey Morrissey, Eve Wheatley, and LouAnn Danaher at the 2016 race.The 2016 run was a success, but they took a break from the family 5K circuit for a few years after the family’s matriarch, Nancy, encountered hip and other health problems.“My grandmother was over her medical issues, and we just thought it would be special to do four generations again,” Colleen said.
“After I finished the race, I went back and found them,” said Colleen. “Eve was anxious, so I took her place and she ran ahead.” Eve ran the last mile, and finished in 59:34.
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