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Meet Lucca, Age 9 — Racing for Joy and Inclusion
At just 9 years old, Lucca is showing what true strength and joy look like. Living with cerebral palsy hasn’t stopped him from embracing life with a huge smile and an even bigger heart. This year, he’ll take part in the Adaptive Stroller Race during the Pittsburgh Marathon Relay, surrounded by family, friends, and an entire community cheering him on.
Every push of his stroller helps raise awareness and support for Casey’s Clubhouse/Miracle League of the South Hills and Always B Smiling—two organizations that mean so much to Lucca, Chelsea, Colin, and our whole family. Their mission is simple but powerful: to create moments of belonging, laughter, and possibility for kids of all abilities.
As his aunt, I created this team to show the world how special Lucca is and to give him an opportunity to finally run.
Lucca may be small, but his impact is mighty, and his race is a reminder that joy and determination can move us all forward. 💙
Description
There are two incredible opportunities to support both Casey’s Clubhouse/Miracle League of the South Hills and Always B Smiling, each working toward empowering athletes like Destiny to achieve their dreams. Meet Destiny—a young athlete with a radiant smile and a zest for life. Born with special needs, she longed to cross the finish line of a marathon herself, a goal that once seemed impossible.
Casey’s Clubhouse/Miracle League of the South Hills Fundraiser
This year, Casey’s Clubhouse invites athletes and supporters of all levels to participate in various race events: the full marathon, half marathon, relay, 5K, Kid's Walk, Toddler Trot, and Pet Race. By running and raising funds for Casey’s Clubhouse/Miracle League of the Sout Hills, participants directly support athletes with special needs, helping provide accessible sports opportunities and inclusive community engagement.
Always B Smiling Partnership Fundraiser
In a special collaboration, Casey's Clubhouse/Miracle League of the South Hills AND Always B Smiling are raising funds to expand its adaptive stroller marathon program, which allows athletes like Destiny to experience the thrill of crossing the finish line. By running or supporting this program, donors help make marathons accessible for athletes who would otherwise watch from the sidelines.
The adaptive stroller relay teams are working together to raise funds for both amazing south hills programs. Last year, 6 athletes like Destiny took on the full marathon in their adaptive strollers, each feeling the power of community and inclusion.
This year, Destiny returns with her relay team, her heart set on another finish line. By supporting either Casey’s Clubhouse/Miracle League of the South Hills, Always B Smiling, or both, you’re joining a powerful community dedicated to making dreams possible.
Let's run together—every step supports a dream!
Your contribution to an adaptive stroller relay team will help us as we continue to grow and support programs for the kids and adults with special needs across the south hills of Pittsburgh and beyond.
Team members
Click on one of our team members below to make a donation.
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Lucca Motion
Raised: $125.00
Team captain
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Amelia Stocke
Raised: $0.00
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Erin Ridge
Raised: $0.00
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Katie Micco
Raised: $0.00
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 23 | Loretta Bucci | Undisclosed amount |
| Oct 23 | Mary Walsh | $25.00 |
| Oct 20 | Allison & Michael Rees | $500.00 |
| Oct 19 | Michael Golden | $50.00 |
| Oct 19 | Kerrie Boyer | $25.00 |
| Oct 19 | Jill Keffel | Undisclosed amount |
| Oct 19 | Karen Spanedda | $25.00 |
| Oct 19 | Ronna Simons | $50.00 |
| Oct 19 | Bethany Adams | $25.00 |
| Oct 19 | Pam Englert | $25.00 |
