Laurie Abildso, Council Director

Laurie is a native of Baltimore, MD, and relocated to Morgantown in the summer of 2004. She and her husband quickly fell in love with this wonderful university town and are very happy to call Morgantown home. Laurie discovered the joy of running in high school and continues to run as a way to find peace and feel strong. She has a master’s degree in health promotion and works full time as a health education specialist with West Virginia University’s Health Research Center. When she’s not working, running, or planning GOTR activities, Laurie enjoys exploring WV with her husband or relaxing with a good book. You may contact her at labildso@gmail.com.

Meghan Durst, Head Coach

Meghan was raised in on a farm in Preston County, WV. While she spent much of her childhood running around the farm, it wasn't until her senior year of college that Meghan realized how much she loved it. She has participated in lots of running races, from 1-milers to a marathon, and now competes mostly in triathlons. When not training, Meghan finds time to devote to her full time job as an on-air personality at WVAQ. She also likes going to hear live music, cooking (and eating), reading, and chillin' at home with her kitty. You may contact her at meghandurst@yahoo.com.