Windsor Cancer Survivor to Run First Marathon

Christina Carmon of Windsor is among eleven people chosen by the Hartford Marathon Foundation (HMF) to represent the 2023 Inspiration Team at the 30th running of the Eversource Hartford Marathon and Half Marathon on October 14, 2023. Team members represent the resilience, motivation and kindness of the running community who have made the marathon a tradition so special since its inception in 1994.

After running many half marathons, Christina was ready to make the jump to a full marathon to honor her father in 2022, marking 20 years after he died from melanoma. She wasn’t expecting her own breast cancer diagnosis and treatments to derail her race plans. When cleared to resume marathon training, she got back out there with a message that early detection can save lives. Her determination after many months of training will culminate in what she expects to be an emotional finish of her first marathon on October 14.

“The success of the Eversource Hartford Marathon is because of our dedicated runners, volunteers and sponsors. The members of this year’s Inspiration Team represent members of the community who inspire or make a positive impact on those around them,” said Josh Miller, President of the Hartford Marathon Foundation. “We are excited to celebrate this year’s race milestone and look forward to celebrating the achievements of all the runners who cross the finish line on race day.”

Joining Christina Carmon on the 2023 Inspiration Team are:

• Rachel Berkowsky of Windham
• Rebecca Boncoddo of Mansfield
• John Garde of Westfield, Massachusetts
• Ron Gold of Saddle River, New Jersey
• Debra Lombardo of Waterbury
• Jose Lugo of Hartford
• Erin McDonald of Waterford
• Steph McKenna of Ellington
• Anthony Rykowski of Naugatuck
• Jennifer Zarrilli of Wallingford

Each Inspiration Team member will either be running the 5K, half marathon, or full marathon on race day. Members of the 2023 Inspiration Team will be profiled within the Eversource Hartford Marathon Insider’s Guide and receive complimentary race registration, PRE Perks experience and custom event apparel. The inspiration team concept was developed by HMF in 2011.

Learn more about the Eversource Hartford Marathon events, register now or sign up to volunteer at www.hartfordmarathon.com.