The 2018 Movember TCS NYC Marathon Team

Art Green – New Zealand

I've never had any intention of running a marathon, and have
always said that the only reason I'd ever run one would be if it
was an epic event for a good reason. I couldn't think of a
cooler marathon than NYC, nor a better reason than to raise
awareness and funds in the name of men's health. This is my
jam, and I love jam.

Betsy Campbell – United States

I'm running for Movember to raise awareness and funding for
research into new treatments for prostate cancer. My Father-
in-Law has been living with prostate cancer for almost 10
years and has suffered from side effects of the available
treatments. Now he has a rising PSA with only limited
treatment options remaining. I'm hoping that the money I raise
may help him and others in similar situations.

Bo Tucker – United States

After losing my best friend to suicide after a lengthy battle with
mental illness, this year spoke to me. In the letter he left, he
asked that somehow this leave a positive impact on someone
and help to destigmatize mental illness. I want to do my best
to make sure that happens. Everyone deserves more
understanding and a way to reach out.
The 2018 Movember TCS NYC Marathon Team

Brad Davis – United States

For the man who allowed me to accomplish my dream of
playing college lacrosse. Jack McGetrick, founder and first
head coach for Bellarmine University Men's Lacrosse Team,
recruited me and offered me a scholarship to play for him in
2010. Jack passed away during my freshman year after a
tenacious and incredibly brave fight with cancer. Jack was
one of the strongest men both mentally and physically that I
have ever had the pleasure of knowing – the courage he
faced against cancer and every obstacle in his life has always
been an inspiration to me and so many others. I run this race
for you, Jack, and am forever grateful for the opportunity you
provided me.

Brendon Green – Australia

Running has helped me through some of the toughest
moments in my life; it saved me from falling apart when my
marriage broke down; it also helps me feel closer to my late
grandmother who got me into running to begin with. I'm
running for Movember because cancer took both my
grandfathers, my brother and I have both battled anxiety and
depression, and I want more people to know that there is help
out there and that someone will listen.

Brett Larson – Canada

I've seen too many people around me be affected by
addiction, mental health issues, and cancer. I've found over
the years of being a Mo Bro that the best way to handle the
stress and struggle of going through something difficult is to
chat it out, be open, and break down stigmas. Movember
provides that sense of community that every Mo Bro and Mo
Sista needs. Running the race is a personal, physical, and
mental challenge; it's a chance to represent a very important
cause amongst the 50,000+ participants with what I think will
be the most unique, positive, supportive, athletic, and
moustachioed team in the field.
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Cameron Bartlett – United States

I lost a very close friend to suicide in October of 2016, and
having a Movember campaign to focus on afterward gave us
a way to honor him and to make a difference. I have decided
to run this marathon because it's important to me that
awareness and funds are raised for this cause.

Darren Bisson – Australia

Due to some personal challenges that my family has faced in
the last 18 months, I had hit quite a low space. This came to a
head with some news that was not helpful earlier this year,
which I didn't take it well and subsequently fell into a spiral
and let my physical health waiver. I thought that combining a
marathon with supporting a great organization such as
Movember, would give me a sense of direction and purpose. I
hope to use my experience to shine a light on the importance
men's mental health.

Erik Kratochwill – United States

I was diagnosed with prostate cancer at age 44, being one of
few diagnosed with an aggressive form of this cancer at a
young age. At the time, I wasn't aware of my family history in
prostate cancer and if it wasn't for my physician performing a
baseline screening at age 40, this disease may have won.
During this period, I discovered Movember and PCF and
learned of the work being done to raise awareness to men's
health issues and improve their lives. With that, I am proud
and excited to run my second marathon with my wife, Suzi, as
part of the Movember team.
The 2018 Movember TCS NYC Marathon Team

Jeff Morrison – Canada

Four years ago, my father was diagnosed with prostate
cancer. Three years ago, things got real when I was
diagnosed with prostate cancer. Two years ago, a close friend
took his own life. Movember is officially a movement for me,
my friends and my family. Men need to talk to each other; we
need to talk to each other and support one another. I say this
as a survivor.

Joe Wilkinson-Welch – United Kingdom

Movember has given me a purpose.

Jules Zidi – United States

My dad passed away 6 years ago from cancer. After that time,
I wanted to align with a foundation to help bring awareness to
men's cancer and prevention. Movember's ability to put the
FUN in fundraising and to get men to talk about serious
issues is what drew me in and will make me run.
The 2018 Movember TCS NYC Marathon Team

Justin Missingham – United Kingdom

My mate Luke – also known as "Lucky" – has prostate cancer,
so I will be joining Movember in the NYC Marathon to run for
him!

Kristen Siemientkowski – United States

As a native of New Jersey, the NYC Marathon is a mighty race
everyone knows about. I've moved away from home and have
run the LA Marathon three times, but the NYC Marathon was
one I've always wanted to be involved in. I became invested in
Movember when my father was diagnosed with prostate cancer,
the same cancer that took his father's life. I was devastated by
this news. Being an entire country apart from one of the most
important people in my life made me feel powerless, so I looked
into efforts to cure this cancer that has effected my family so
much, and that's when I found Movember. Since then, my dad is
now officially cancer-free and I have raised $3,679 since 2012.

Luke Campbell – United Kingdom

After I was diagnosed with prostate cancer, I felt compelled to raise
awareness of this disease. Movember was directly involved in me
getting my first prostate exam 5 years ago. I posted online that if I
raised over £250, I would get the notorious "finger test." My friends
ensured that target was hit, but that exam caught my cancer early
enough for treatment. I owe Movember some big man love in return,
so I formed my team, “Lucky Luke & the Mo Bros” and together we
have raised over £35,000. I have come to realise the power of
reaching out and connecting with others, and running a marathon as
a 50 year old man living with prostate cancer is really a dream come
true. Don't suffer alone; don't suffer in silence. I'm running with my
right hand man, Justin – let’s raise another bucket load of cash for the
cause. Bring it on.
The 2018 Movember TCS NYC Marathon Team

Lydia O'Donnell – New Zealand

Running for me is something I have done my whole life.
Sometime I have done for myself. To run for other people in
support of such a great cause, that is Movember, makes me
want to train harder and race faster than I ever have. I want to
promote to all the ladies out there how we can play a role and
make a difference in men’s health as well.

Nick Robbins – Canada

Simply put, there are too many men struggling with mental
and physical health issues out there, and we are all impacted.
I'm running for those who reached out and checked how a
friend or loved one is doing – thank you; for men who decided
to take action and get help from friends, family or
professionals – thank you; for men who are making a healthy,
fulfilling transition into retirement or helping others to transition
– thank you; to set an example of a healthy work and life
balance for others.

Sam Cobb – United States

My dad battled prostate cancer and passed away this year.
He wished for more awareness for men’s cancers, and earlier
this year I was then diagnosed with testicular cancer. He was
a marathon runner, and so now I am running the NYC
Marathon to honor his spirit and determination.
The 2018 Movember TCS NYC Marathon Team

Sam Groth – United States

I started raising money for Movember in 2017 in honor of my dad.
He was in the middle of a long battle with cancer, and around
Movember time he was recently told his illness was terminal. What I
love about Movember is that there is a large focus on mental health
awareness for men. What I found during my father's 6+ year illness
was that there was not much done to support him or our family with
the MENTAL aspect of dealing with a terminal illness. So often, men
do not talk about how they feel or how they are are impacted
mentally by a disease, so it is my goal to spark conversation and
awareness for men facing terminal illness. My father passed away
from cancer this February, and I plan to run the race in his honor,
and talk about mental health all along the way.

Sam Nada – United States

I have lived in NYC for 7 years and every year I watch the
NYC marathon thinking of how great these people are for
going through this experience for a cause they believe in.
This year I learned more about Movember and realized that it
goes beyond growing a mustache and men's health – it's
about educating the world about facts that permeate around
men and about being a better person.

Sanjeev Bandi – Australia

We need to be more proactive about our health and need to
take an active part in our wellbeing. The macho image of the
Aussie male where asking for help in regards to health is
considered being “weak” should be shelved. The more men
who feel at ease talking about health issues, the better. As an
official Movember Community Ambassador, I have personally
raised $275,660 since 2008 and another $372,069.88 with my
team “MOV~ing Mackay Cricket Club,” which I have captained
since 2011. But it was changing one man's life that gave me
the inspiration and motivation to change millions more over
the last 11 years.
The 2018 Movember TCS NYC Marathon Team

Stewart Neifert– United States

Mental health and suicide prevention are extremely important
to me. I have experienced first hand the effects of suicide in
my own family. It's a complex problem to address, particularly
for men who have been trained from a young age to "toughen
up." I find that I am most mentally healthy when I exercise
regularly and push myself to achieve goals. Running the NYC
marathon with Movember is a perfect way for me to challenge
myself and to raise awareness for something deeply important
to me and many others.

Suzi Mein – United States

I lost a papa to prostate cancer and had a husband diagnosed
with prostate cancer at age 44. We ran our first full marathon
on the two year anniversary of his diagnosis. At the time of the
NYC race, we are both running in hopes to celebrate Erik
being 4.5 years cancer free. We truly believe in Movember
and have been spreading the word about men's health to
family, friends, and people we don’t know. Running the race
will help us to continue to spread the Movember message – I
am looking forward to it!

Zach Brown – United States

A marathon has always been on my bucket list of things to
accomplish as a fairly avid runner. I've completed a couple of
half marathons, but have always made excuses for why I can't
commit to training for a full. Over the past two years with the
increase in attention from Movember on the MOVE campaign,
I've led a group in doing some pretty big challenges (in my
mind) with running to further our team's fundraising efforts. I
am running for Movember because it gives me a reason to do
good and to get people talking about things we, as men, often
refuse to talk about. This is a platform for me to make a
difference.
The 2018 Movember TCS NYC Marathon Team

Zach Roach – United States

I am running for Movember to honor one of my close friends,
Jesse Galganov – a passionate participant in Movember over
the past several years. When we graduated from Wesleyan in
June 2017, Jesse wanted to see the world before beginning
his medical career to help others. On the third day of a hiking
trip in Peru, Jesse disappeared. Despite search efforts from
the Peruvian government, the FBI, and Magnus International
– all led by his mother, from whom Jesse undoubtedly
inherited his steely resolve – he has not been found; they
continue to search. I am motivated to embody Jesse's core
values by running this marathon for Movember. His love and
dedication continue to inspire me daily, and I can think of no
better way to honor him than running for Movember.