Go the Distance for Cheryl
- Date Sat 14th June 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Longmeadow, Massachusetts
- Price $22.20 - $38.10
- Races 5 races
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Event summary
Join us on Saturday, June 14th, 2025, for the exhilarating "Go the Distance for Cheryl" event in Longmeadow, Hampden! This inspiring multi-sport gathering is designed to rally support for our local hero, Cheryl Lilley, as she prepares to represent Team USA at the World Triathlon Age-Group Championships in Wollongong, Australia. Whether you prefer to walk, run, bike, or cheer from the sidelines, there’s a challenge for everyone! Participants can choose from a 2-mile walk, a 3-mile run, a 3-mile bike ride, or even a fun combo team relay.
Cheryl's journey is one of resilience and determination. At 60 years young, she has transformed challenges into triumphs, completing various Ironman events and earning her spot in the prestigious World Championships. By joining us for this event, you’ll not only enjoy a day filled with fitness and camaraderie but also play a vital role in supporting Cheryl’s dream to compete on the world stage. Let’s come together as a community and help Cheryl cross the finish line in Australia!
Cheryl's journey is one of resilience and determination. At 60 years young, she has transformed challenges into triumphs, completing various Ironman events and earning her spot in the prestigious World Championships. By joining us for this event, you’ll not only enjoy a day filled with fitness and camaraderie but also play a vital role in supporting Cheryl’s dream to compete on the world stage. Let’s come together as a community and help Cheryl cross the finish line in Australia!
Organiser's Description
HELP CHERYL CROSS THE FINISH LINE IN AUSTRALIA.
Join us for a fun and inspiring multi-sport event to support Longmeadows own Cheryl Lilley as she heads to Wollongong, Australia to represent Team USA at the World Triathlon Age-Group Championships
Hosted by Fleet Feet Longmeadow, this event offers something for everyonewhether you walk, run, ride, or cheer from the sidelines. All proceeds go directly toward covering Cheryls travel and race expenses as she competes on the world stage.
CHOOSE YOUR OWN CHALLENGE:
2 Mile Walk
3 Mile Run
3 Mile Bike Ride
3 Mile Run + Bike Combo
3 Mile Run + Bike Relay Team (grab a friend!)
MEET CHERYL:
Cheryl is a 60 yr old woman who started running in her 20s with a goal to lose weight and run the NYC marathon. After dealing with shin splints for a year, she started swimming for rehabilitation. A colleague recommended she take up Triathlon since she was already pursuing 2 out of 3 disciplines. And thats how her Triathlete journey started.
Over the years, Cheryl experienced a wide range of running injuries and a ski injury that tore her ACL. At one point, she thought she would never run pain free again. After hiring several coaches, rehabilitation, and exploring a variety of self care techniques and services, she was able to complete in sprints and half ironman distances.
Cheryl has now completed the 2021 Maryland Ironman and several half Ironman events that earned her spots in the 2022 and 2023 Half Ironman World Championships. She also earned a spot in the USAT Age-Group National Championships in 2023 and 2024. Now, Cheryl has earned a slot at the World Triathlon Age Group Championships on Team USA at the Wollongong Australia event this Oct 15-20th, 2025. Lets help her get to Australia to represent Team USA.
Join us for a fun and inspiring multi-sport event to support Longmeadows own Cheryl Lilley as she heads to Wollongong, Australia to represent Team USA at the World Triathlon Age-Group Championships
Hosted by Fleet Feet Longmeadow, this event offers something for everyonewhether you walk, run, ride, or cheer from the sidelines. All proceeds go directly toward covering Cheryls travel and race expenses as she competes on the world stage.
CHOOSE YOUR OWN CHALLENGE:
2 Mile Walk
3 Mile Run
3 Mile Bike Ride
3 Mile Run + Bike Combo
3 Mile Run + Bike Relay Team (grab a friend!)
MEET CHERYL:
Cheryl is a 60 yr old woman who started running in her 20s with a goal to lose weight and run the NYC marathon. After dealing with shin splints for a year, she started swimming for rehabilitation. A colleague recommended she take up Triathlon since she was already pursuing 2 out of 3 disciplines. And thats how her Triathlete journey started.
Over the years, Cheryl experienced a wide range of running injuries and a ski injury that tore her ACL. At one point, she thought she would never run pain free again. After hiring several coaches, rehabilitation, and exploring a variety of self care techniques and services, she was able to complete in sprints and half ironman distances.
Cheryl has now completed the 2021 Maryland Ironman and several half Ironman events that earned her spots in the 2022 and 2023 Half Ironman World Championships. She also earned a spot in the USAT Age-Group National Championships in 2023 and 2024. Now, Cheryl has earned a slot at the World Triathlon Age Group Championships on Team USA at the Wollongong Australia event this Oct 15-20th, 2025. Lets help her get to Australia to represent Team USA.
Races
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2 Mile Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sat 14th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
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3 Mile Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 14th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
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3 Mile Bike
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 14th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
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3 Mile Run & 3 Mile Bike
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sat 14th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
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3 Mile Run & 3 Mile Bike Team Relay
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sat 14th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
Go the Distance for Cheryl
