Lucy Dobbs
Women's Marathon
Qualifying Time: 2:36:33
Qualifying Race: 2023 Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
Date of Birth
08/10/96
Age on Race Day
27
Current Residence
Indianapolis, IN
Hometown
Queen Creek, AZ
High School
Queen Creek High School
Current Affiliation
Working Man’s Track Club
Profession
Actuary - OneAmerica Financial
Marathon PB
2:36:33
First Trials qualification
Yes
Number of attempts to qualify
4
College(s)
Purdue University
Career Highlights
Qualifying for the Olympic Marathon Trials and becoming the 2019 National Intercollegiate Run Club Association (NIRCA) 5K Champ
Family
My husband, Bryce, played football in high school (Queen Creek) and college (Rose-Hulman), but has been since been convinced to do some running! He has completed two half marathons and a road mile.
Greatest Accomplishment
Finding a hobby, running, that has provided me opportunities to chase big goals, meet amazing people that share my passion and experience new things while exercising.
Interesting Story
My qualifying race was my fourth attempt at the standard. Each attempt provided a learning experience and slowly the pieces fell into place. The race I qualified at was extra special, as it took place in the city where I live. It was fun to race through the streets I train on, seeing familiar faces, all while being paced by my coach, who is a close friend!
Favorite Movie
Tangled
Favorite TV Show/Series
Grand Tour
Favorite Post-race Indulgence
Sour Patch Kids
Favorite Breakfast
Oatmeal with peanut butter, blueberries, and cinnamon
Favorite Motivational Quote
“Success is not about reaching the goal itself. It’s about who you become in the process.” - Nik Jones
Favorite Running Memory
Turning around to see my coach cross the line after me when I qualified for the Trials! That post-race hug is something I’ll never forget (and seeing my husband crying was an added bonus)!
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