The 2026 bg26.2 will have pacers for the half and full marathon distances.

5:00 Pacer - Heather Goodrum

Heather started seriously running in 2022 after undergoing weight loss surgery. Later that year, she completed her first half marathon, followed by her first full marathon in 2024.
Most recently, Heather transitioned into ultrarunning, completing a couple of 50K races and, most recently, a 100K. Along the way, she has continuously improved her running performance and achieved new personal records in both distance and time.

4:45 Pacer - Dustin Hall

After losing 300 pounds, Dustin discovered a love for running and an even greater passion for pacing. After pacing the BG26.2 last year, he’s excited to return and once again help runners stay on track, push through the tough miles, and achieve their goals. Dustin lives in Clarksville, Tennessee with his wife and two children and loves using running as a way to encourage others.

4:30 Pacer - Jenny Stice

Jenny Stice is a Bowling Green runner who loves long miles, trail adventures, and helping others reach their goals. As a pacer, she’ll bring steady support, plenty of encouragement, and a little Kentucky grit to get you to the finish line!