Timmerman competes in Boston Marathon

"It was definitely a cool experience, especially knowing that there already were not a large number of people from South Carolina racing in the Boston Marathon," said Timmerman. "It was great to be representing my hometown and representing the school that has been such a big part of my athletic journey."

 

"I got a lot of widened eyes when I told people at the race that I would be graduating college just a week after running the marathon." he continued. "But it was more than just running a race, it was about showing what Columbia College athletes are capable of on a national stage. Every step I took on that course, I carried with me the support of my community, my coaches, my classmates, and the pride of finishing my college career with a moment that felt bigger than me. Boston wasn't just a finish line — it was a celebration of everything this school and city helped me become."