Guest: Steve Lovell - Garmin Marathon Series

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Steve Lovell. Steve Lovell is the Associate Director of Advertising and Sponsorship at Garmin International. Durham, North Carolina has been selected as the newest host city for the Garmin Marathon Series. This marks only the third official location for the growing series, following Toledo, Ohio and Tucson, Arizona. Lovell joined the Sports Shop to discuss the significance of this announcement for Durham, highlighting that this is more than just a race—it’s a first-of-its-kind collaboration between local powerhouses like the Durham Sports Commission, the Durham Bulls and Duke University. Lovell also explained why Garmin selected Durham as the next stop in the series. The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 2, 2026, and will include a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K, making it accessible to runners of all levels. Registration opened October 2, 2025, at garmin.com/marathons. In addition to the races, the weekend will include a two-day expo, live music, food, and appearances by Garmin-sponsored athletes—cementing the experience as both a sporting and cultural celebration. For more information visit: https://www.garmin.com/en-US/garmin-marathon-series/