Simone Wray, Contributor
Simone Wray is an avid runner and digital integration project manager at United Way Worldwide. She's been involved with track and field as a competitor and coach for more than 20 years, first competing in USATF club and collegiate competitions and later as a USATF-certified coach with specialization in mid-distance and hurdles. Her coaching has driven several athletes to reach All-American status, become USATF National Champions, break national records and achieve many state and regional accolades. She loves making friends laugh, brunching and playing on social sports teams. Simone is currently training for the Peachtree Road Race 10K and aims to run a sub-2-hour half marathon this year.
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