CARMAN'S FUN RUN MELBOURNE 2026
PACERS
CARMAN'S FUN RUN MELBOURNE 2026
PACERS
Meet your pacers for Carman's Fun Run Melbourne 2026!
Sole Motive is excited and are fortunate to have experienced runners that will pace you to come in around your goal time.
For ease of visibility, the pacers will have the pace time on their bib on their back and a flag above their head with their pace time.
To find more information on what pace group times are available and how to apply to become a pacer, check out the FAQ's.
BROOKS HALF MARATHON (21.1K) PACERS
Frank Gao
1 hour 30 mins
I love being a pacer because it shifts the focus from my ownrun to the collective journey. My personal finish timebecomes irrelevant; my goal is now the success of others.There's a profound joy in holding a steady rhythm forsomeone to lean on, in offering a word of encouragementwhen they doubt themselves, and in finally seeing the reliefand pride on their face when they cross the line, hitting a goalthey thought was out of reach. It transforms running from asolo sport into a shared, human experience.
Hank Kim
1 hour 30 mins
I have decided to be a 2026 Carman’s Fun Run pacer as Iwant to give back to the running community and be a part ofpeople achieving their PBs and milestones. This will be myfirst official pacing opportunity, but having paced my wife tomany personal bests, I know how to make running a halfmarathon a fun experience!
Brandon Luu
1 hour 35 mins
This will be my second time pacing a half marathon, afterpacing the Brighton Beach Half Marathon last year. I reallyenjoyed helping runners stay on target and confidentthroughout the race, and I’m excited to be pacing the 1:35group again while supporting more runners to hit their goals.
Rory McPhillips
1 hour 40 mins
Pacers have helped me achieve many PBs over the years andI’m looking forward to helping others achieve their goals.
Mark F.
1 hour 50 mins
I became a pacer because I love helping runners enjoy raceday and believe in themselves. Whether someone is chasinga PB or simply aiming to hold a steady pace to the finish, Ienjoy being a calm, positive presence in the pack. Carman’sFun Run is all about community, fun and purpose, and beingpart of an event that supports BCNA makes pacing hereespecially meaningful.
I have completed over 30 pacing efforts acrossparkruns andofficial races, including half marathons, a marathon and a10km event. I take pacing seriously and prepare thoroughly,focusing on even pacing, clear communication andencouragement. My goal is always to help runners relax, trustthe pace and surprise themselves on race day.
Olivia Treg
2 hours
I love all things running and jump at any chance to beinvolved in the running community, from run clubs to races.I paced the Brighton Beach Marathon last year (you may haveheard my cheering from afar!) and I’m so excited to pace theCarman’s Half. I’ll be bringing every ounce of energy I’ve gotto help get you across the finish line feeling strong!
Samantha Bond
2 hours
My name is Sammy Bond, I am a veteran pacer and havepaced all around Australia for many events includingMelbourne, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast Marathon.
This is my 3rd consecutive year pacing at Carmans which is agreat privilege. I love pacing the half marathon and have donethis also for Run Melbourne 2 hours. I look forward to helpingrunners obtain their Sub 2 half marathon run!
Brad Humphrey
2 hours 10 mins
As a run coach and lifelong runner, I’ve tackled my share ofmarathons and ultras—but what drives me most is therunningcommunity. I know the highs and lows of race day,and I’m here to help you stay focused, run strong, and crossthat finish line.
Rizal Muthi
2 hours 10 mins
I decided to be a pacer because I genuinely enjoy helpingothers achieve their personal bests. Being a pacer atCarman’s Fun Run allows me to support fellow runners inchasing their goals, and it’s incredibly rewarding to be part ofsomeone’s PB journey. It’s also a great way for me to giveback to the running community that has supported me overthe years.
In 2025, I was a pacer at Carman’s Fun Run, and it was afantastic experience. I’ve also paced at several other events,including Run Melbourne, the Melbourne Marathon, the 2XUWellness Run, as well as a few localparkruns.
Joshua See
2 hours 20 mins
I love helping other runners in the running community andhave fun at thesame time and Pacing Carman's is perfect forboth.
I've paced the 2:20 Half Marathon group for the previous 2Carman's fun runs and look forward to coming back for my3rd year in a row.
I've previously paced at the Wellness Run in 2022 and 2023,as well as RunMelbourne in 2023.
I also help lead the Melbourne Marathon Training Series, sowill be a familiar face to many and love helping other reachtheir goals.
Xueyi Li
2 hours 20 mins
I love being a pacer because it allows me to share my experience, motivateothers, and be part of their journey.
Life is a team game & what better way to spend a Sunday morning than beingpart of a running team !!
Looking forward to meeting the 2.20 team.
Joshua See
2 hours 20 mins
I love helping other runners in the running community andhave fun at thesame time and Pacing Carman's is perfect forboth.
I've paced the 2:20 Half Marathon group for the previous 2Carman's fun runs and look forward to coming back for my3rd year in a row.
I've previously paced at the Wellness Run in 2022 and 2023,as well as RunMelbourne in 2023.
I also help lead the Melbourne Marathon Training Series, sowill be a familiar face to many and love helping other reachtheir goals.
Xueyi Li
2 hours 20 mins
I love being a pacer because it allows me to share my experience, motivateothers, and be part of their journey.
Life is a team game & what better way to spend a Sunday morning than beingpart of a running team !!
Looking forward to meeting the 2.20 team.
10K PACERS
Lauchie Thompson
40 mins
I'm excited to be your 40min pacer!
I've been running for a few years now. I love how accessibleitis compared to other sports, and how friendly runners are.
I paced the Brighton Beach Marathon and MelbourneMarathon last year. I learned a lot from these events andhope to dial in my pacing even more.
Feel free to come and say hi before, during or after the run!
Jose Rodriguez
45 mins
Excited to be pacing the 10km group at Carman’s Fun Run!My goal is to keep us on track for 4:30 min/km—that’s astrong 45-minute finish. I chose to be a pacer to supportothers in reaching their goals and to make the run a positiveexperience for everyone. This is my first time pacing, and I amlooking forward to keeping us on track and encouraging thegroup along the way to cross that finish line feeling proud andaccomplished.
Stephan Galgani
50 mins
Nothing beats the nervous excitement at the start line andabsolute elation at the finish line of a race - excited tohelpout with everything in between!
This is my second time pacing, having paced the marathon atBrighton Beach last year.
Thanuj Kumar
50 mins
Sole motive puts on so many great events and it anopportunity for me to help runners to get to their new Besttime. Also, a chance to make new running friends.
Have paced over 40+ events across 5, 10 and 21 Kms over thelast 10 years.
Kurt Hausler & Andrew James
55 mins
I decided to become a pacer because I'm always so inspired by the volunteers at theseevents and wanted to give something back. I also find it truly inspiring watching othersachieve their goals and dig deep, so to be a part of that is super exciting. My best mate willalso be pacing on the day so I'm bloody excited! This will be my first time pacing so I'mready to hit the ground running.
Ben Gonsalvez
70 mins
I decided to be a pacer at Carman’s Fun Run because Igenuinely love helping runners reach their goals, and thisevent supports an incredibly important cause. I find a lot ofjoy in encouraging others, whether they’re chasing a PB orsimply aiming to finish strong. I recently paced the 30-minute5km at the Beyond Blue 2XU Wellness Run and loved theexperience of supporting runners along the way. I regularlyparticipate in running events and appreciate how inclusiverunning is, welcoming people of all ages and abilities to bepart of the journey.
Rachael Maddock
70 mins
I have paced at a couple of events, the Ballarat Marathon (5 & 10km) andBrighton Beach Marathon (10km) last year.
I get the warm and fuzzies when I help runners achieve a running goal,whetherit's their first running event, orthey're trying to get a PB.
I'm looking forward to once againhelping out as a pacer at Carman's FunRun.
Rachael Maddock
70 mins
I have paced at a couple of events, the Ballarat Marathon (5 & 10km) andBrighton Beach Marathon (10km) last year.
I get the warm and fuzzies when I help runners achieve a running goal,whetherit's their first running event, orthey're trying to get a PB.
I'm looking forward to once againhelping out as a pacer at Carman's FunRun.
FUNDRAISING
Sole Motive is proud to partner with Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) as the official charity for the 2026 Carman’s Fun Run Melbourne.
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Why fundraise for BCNA?
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Your fundraising makes a difference to everyone diagnosed with breast cancer.
Every service, program, and resource BCNA provides is completely free, ensuring support reaches those who need it most.
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