2026 Junior Team HMF Application Process OPEN
Through the tremendous generosity of Dr. Susan Beris, a Southbury pediatrician, in 2022 HMF expanded its youth programs to include the Junior Team HMF program, designed to encourage a love of running among 6th to 8th graders. Team members serve as junior ambassadors for the Hartford Marathon Foundation’s Susie Beris, MD, Youth Running Program as well as for their school. Junior Team HMF members serve a one-year term.
If you have any questions, please contact HMF Susie Beris, MD Youth Program Manager, Christy Miller.
What is Junior Team HMF?
Junior Team HMF is a special opportunity for middle school runners in grades 6–8 to get involved with the Hartford Marathon Foundation. The team gives young athletes the chance to:
- Be part of a supportive running community.
- Learn healthy training habits and teamwork skills.
- Participate in HMF youth events and experiences.
- Represent their schools and communities with pride.
Selected team members will receive exclusive HMF gear, and recognition as they begin their running journey.
Students may be nominated by others or submit a self-nomination. Applications are open now through October 31.
The Junior Team roster will be announced on November 14 and be invited to participate in and be recognized at the CLA Mitten Run in West Hartford on December 7, 2025!
