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For many, Girls on the Run (GOTR) is a memorable childhood program filled with colorful lap counters, energy awards, and a 5K celebration. For Julianna Gillespie, however, it became the foundation for a lifelong mindset centered on leadership, empathy, and self-belief.

Story 2 - Coach Deb Len

My 2nd story is about one of the 1st coaches that joined GOTR of Central NJ in 2001. Coach Deb Len taught and coached at Liberty Corner School in Basking Ridge for close to 20 years!

My 1^st story can only be about my poster girl for Girls on the Run. Margot was part of one of my first GOTR groups at Ridge High School in Basking Ridge. 

As we celebrate 25 years of Girls on the Run of Central NJ, we’re honoring more than a milestone — we’re celebrating the confidence, courage, and limitless potential of over 20,000 girls who have discovered just how strong they truly are.