The Class of 2026 for the B.A.A.’s Boston’s Marathoners and Medley to Marathon programs have been selected and training is about to begin!
Congratulations to the selected athletes and to those from the inaugural Medley to Marathon program who completed the ‘medley’ part at November’s Boston Half and now look forward to taking on their first 26.2 miles from Hopkinton to Boston next April.
B.A.A. Director of Community Engagement Suzanne Walmsley said: “The Medley to Marathon Program was designed for those runners who had thought of running their hometown marathon but did not feel prepared to tackle that distance. Like any big goal, it is best achieved by breaking it down into smaller segments and the B.A.A. Distance Medley is the perfect template. Our incredible inaugural athletes committed to an 11-month program, they have built the capacity to train for the 130th Boston Marathon. In doing so, they are showing others what is possible.”
B.A.A. Chief Community Officer, Judy Neufeld added: “The energy at last week’s launch made clear how meaningful these programs are to runners in and around Boston. It is so much more than race entries – it’s about visibility, belonging, and creating real pathways for runners who haven’t always had access to this opportunity. We’re excited to support participants at every stage of their journey, from the Boston 5K to the Boston Marathon, and to help ensure that the field truly reflects the vibrancy of Boston’s communities.”
Medley to Marathon participant Sheila Johnson said, “Participating in the Boston Marathon is an incredible honor, and I feel grateful to have this opportunity. Medley to Marathon has been a transformative journey that has shown me I’m capable of more than I ever thought possible. This April, running the Boston Marathon is about more than just personal achievement – it’s about inspiring women and mothers to unlock their full potential and pursue their passions.”
2026 Class of Boston’s Marathoners and Medley to Marathon:
| Adilson Gonzalez Morales | Bostons Marathoners |
| Andrea Medrano | Bostons Marathoners |
| Anna Jeong | Bostons Marathoners |
| Astrid Maryelly Toro | Bostons Marathoners |
| Cynthia Jepkosgei Masai | Bostons Marathoners |
| Deon Stevenson | Bostons Marathoners |
| Deysi Garcia | Bostons Marathoners |
| Duncan Howes | Bostons Marathoners |
| Erastus Mwangi | Bostons Marathoners |
| Esteban Medina | Bostons Marathoners |
| Evetty Satterfield | Bostons Marathoners |
| Gabby Beltre | Bostons Marathoners |
| Irani Braga | Bostons Marathoners |
| Isabel Barbosa | Bostons Marathoners |
| Isabella Gama Dantas | Bostons Marathoners |
| Jasmine Wilson | Bostons Marathoners |
| Jonathan Roman | Bostons Marathoners |
| Juan Mejia | Bostons Marathoners |
| Juliana Carvajal Castrill | Bostons Marathoners |
| Julie Rold | Bostons Marathoners |
| Kristina Robinson | Bostons Marathoners |
| Marco Sancho | Bostons Marathoners |
| Miguel Areyzaga | Bostons Marathoners |
| Nelson Giovaner Leon Clavijo | Bostons Marathoners |
| Ramin Raza | Bostons Marathoners |
| Reuven Steinberg | Bostons Marathoners |
| Sunni Dai | Bostons Marathoners |
| Tony Clark | Bostons Marathoners |
| Will Garcia | Bostons Marathoners |
| Ximena Jimenez | Bostons Marathoners |
| Brayan Alvarez | Medley to Marathon |
| Celso Barros | Medley to Marathon |
| Darcy O’Connor | Medley to Marathon |
| Dian Cahyani | Medley to Marathon |
| Eric Diaz | Medley to Marathon |
| Fabiola Breton | Medley to Marathon |
| Francine Daveta | Medley to Marathon |
| Isaiah Richardson | Medley to Marathon |
| Jaia Peobody | Medley to Marathon |
| Jamaal Smith | Medley to Marathon |
| Jon Dague | Medley to Marathon |
| Maria Vazquez | Medley to Marathon |
| Maxwell Austin | Medley to Marathon |
| Meghan Sullivan | Medley to Marathon |
| Nathalie Avendano | Medley to Marathon |
| Oleksi Koval | Medley to Marathon |
| Rafael De La Cajiga | Medley to Marathon |
| Ralph Ayala | Medley to Marathon |
| Ryan Dominguez | Medley to Marathon |
| Timothey Sullivan | Medley to Marathon |
| Tristan Lim | Medley to Marathon |
Find out more about the Medley to Marathon program and all our community programs HERE.
