Ram Run 2014

Looking for a fun way to spend a Saturday morning? Sign up for a Ram Run! Whether you’re running on the UMobile campus or at Oak Mountain State Park near Birmingham, you will experience a family-friendly event with your UMobile family.

The Mobile run was held on a foggy morning Saturday, April 12, at the University of Mobile. Beginning at the flagpoles, the route took runners along the beautiful front drive, new dorms and all throughout campus. Along the route, runners enjoyed live music by various Center for Performing Arts groups. After the run, everyone gathered at the patio in front of Bedsole Commons where live music was performed by the CPA group “Sweet Marie.” Refreshments were served and awards were handed out.

Winners for the Ram Runon the UMobile campus:
Female Overall
Svenja Adriance 21:19 6:52
Male Overall
Blake Verdin 19:00 6:07
Female Masters Overall
Sally Shouppe 28:30 9:11
Male Masters Overall
Rodney Brown 19:43 6:21
Female Grand Masters Overall
Renee Wallace 29:09 9:23
Male Grand Masters Overall
Paul Carter 23:44 7:39

The Pelham Ram Run was held on Saturday, June 21. Runners enjoyed the beautiful scenery and lakes along the route. After the race, everyone gathered near the finish line to enjoy cold drinks and light refreshments.

Winners from the race:
Female Overall
Jada Beverly 35:06 11:18
Male Overall
Wallace Dupuis ‘08 27:12 8:46
Female Masters Overall
Stacy Chintakis 37:44 12:09
Male Masters Overall
Sean Weldon 30:52 9:56
Female Grand Master
Leeanne Lovelady 40:21 13:00
Male Masters Overall
Mike Lovelady 33:55 10:55

A big “Thank You” to the UMobile women’s soccer team, men’s soccer team, volleyball team, and all faculty & staff who volunteered their time to help the UMobile Ram Run be a huge success.

Also, thanks to all alumni, faculty, staff & friends who participated this year! We look forward to seeing you in 2015 at the next Ram Runs! For more information, visit umobile.edu/RamRun.

About the Author

Shannon Mason

Shannon received her Bachelor of Science in Marketing from the University of South Alabama and began working at UMobile in 2011. She enjoys shopping for the latest fashion trends, traveling, and watching Alabama football with her family- (along with the guilty pleasure of reality TV).