Runner Spotlight: Kyle
Kyle is no stranger to being a part of Team PAWS NY. He participated in the 2022 and 2023 United Airlines NYC Half and the 2021 TCS New York City Marathon on behalf of PAWS NY–and is taking on the challenge once again.
Having grown up with pets, Kyle knows the important role they play in our lives and is honoring his dog Saucer, who passed away last year. A new dad, Kyle lives in Long Island with his wife, their 20-week-old daughter, and a 13-year-old Chihuahua named Joy. Read more about Kyle in his Q&A below!
Why did you decide to run the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon? Have you participated in long races in the past?
I have probably done 20 Half Marathons, and I have done two NYC Marathons. I like the challenge of running marathons.
What is your connection to PAWS NY? Why is this cause important to you?
I ran for PAWS NY for the 2021 NYC Marathon, the 2022 NYC Half, and the 2023 NYC Half. I love animals and pets, and I know it is important to care for them.
Do you have any pets of your own? Did you grow up with pets? Tell us about them!
I do! I have a 13-year-old Chihuahua named Joy. She was my grandmother’s dog until my grandmother passed away. I also had a Corgi / Rat Terrier Mix named Saucer who unfortunately passed away last year. I miss him everyday. And I did grow up with pets. I grew up with Great Danes.
How long have you been running? What are some of your favorite places to run?
I have been running for approximately a decade. At first, it was 5ks, but I love the challenge of running so I moved on to longer runs.
What do you do in your free time (besides run)?
I spend time with my family, including my 20-week-old baby, Sadie, and my wife, Caitlin.
Share 2-3 fun facts about yourself! What should we know?
I am a lawyer (not that fun of a fact). I love the New York Knicks. When I was younger, I represented Suffolk County in soccer at the nationwide Jewish Olympics!
Glad to have you back on the team Kyle! Click here to donate to Kyle’s fundraising page or support the team overall.