Our Story

We began our runDisney journey at Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend 2020, and have since participated in over 25 runDisney races through multiple challenges across a variety of race weekends. At each of these races, race announcers play a major part in preparation, excitement, and ultimately celebration on race day. One race announcer in particular, John Pelkey, kept us laughing from corral to finish line with his relatable personality, quick wit, self deprecating humor, and admission of inexperience in running races. So naturally, we named our Club after him! The Pelkey Running Club was founded during the 2024 Walt Disney World Princess Half Marathon Weekend and exists to build community, encourage others, and remind ourselves to just have fun. 

 

Pelkey Running Club Founding

 

Since our founding, we've sold The Hat to club members in 31 states across the US, Canada, and the UK (and counting)! John Pelkey completed his first 10K during Springtime Surprise Weekend 2024 while wearing The Hat and we were lucky enough to be there for the finish. We're excited about the future of our club and can't wait to see everyone next season.