Katie Watson
QT: 2:44:10
Residence: Austin, TX
Hometown: Summit, NJ
College: University of Texas, Texas A&M University, and University of Southern California
Age on Race Day: 27
Qualifying Race: California International Marathon 2019
Marathon Best: 2:44:10
Social Handles: Instagram - @kwatsrun
Favorite inspirational quote: "So many of us choose our path out of fear disguised as practicality ... [However,] you can fail at what you don't want, so you might as well take the chance on doing what you love." - Jim Carrey
Favorite show: Law and Order SVU
Favorite post-race indulgence: Oreos
Of Note:
- Licensed Social Worker, The Settlement Home for Children
- Considers working two jobs and attending graduate school full-time, while also training for OTQ, one of her biggest accomplishments
