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EPISODE · Apr 18, 2026 · 4 MIN

Overcoming an Injury: Georgia Paris's Boston Marathon Story

from Discover Boston College · host Dylan Carollo, Georgia Paris

In this episode of Discover Boston College, Georgia Paris ’26 shares her deeply personal journey to the Boston Marathon as a runner for the Patriots Foundation. She reflects on how the loss of her high school cross country coach in the fall inspired her to finally pursue the marathon — something she had dreamed about for years. Georgia also speaks to the honor of being selected by the Patriots Foundation, the challenge of training on Heartbreak Hill right on BC’s campus, overcoming a recent injury, and the unwavering support from her sister, roommates, and mom, who will be cheering her on at Mile 21. 0:00 | Welcome to Discover Boston College with Dylan Carollo '25. 0:18 | Meet Georgia Paris '26, running the Marathon for the Patriots Foundation. 0:30 | What inspired Georgia to run the Marathon? 0:46 | The turning point: her high school cross country coach passed away. 1:15 | How has the BC community helped during the training process? 1:47 | What will be Georgia's favorite part of the Marathon? 2:29 | Who does Georgia want to shout out at Mile 21? 2:50 | The BC student body is so involved every year — "It's a special day." 3:01 | Who helped Georgia get to the starting line? 3:36 | What will crossing the finish line mean to Georgia? 3:49 | "It's been probably one of the hardest things I've ever done, but I've been so honored to do it." 4:14 | "Top three moments of life." 4:25 | Thank you for tuning into this episode of Discover Boston College!  Stay tuned for the latest updates on Discover Boston College, a Boston College Student Affairs and D100 Media podcast.Have an idea for this podcast? Text D100 Radio on Messages or email [email protected].

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In this episode of Discover Boston College, Georgia Paris ’26 shares her deeply personal journey to the Boston Marathon as a runner for the Patriots Foundation. She reflects on how the loss of her high school cross country coach in the fall inspired her to finally pursue the marathon — something she had dreamed about for years. Georgia also speaks to the honor of being selected by the Patriots Foundation, the challenge of training on Heartbreak Hill right on BC’s campus, overcoming a recent injury, and the unwavering support from her sister, roommates, and mom, who will be cheering her on at Mile 21.

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