Member Spotlight
Carl Seggie
Meet Carl Seggie, the newest member of the West Georgia Track Club Board of Directors where he serves as Merchandise Manager. Hailing from Belfast, Northern Ireland, Carl now works in Southwire’s marketing department as a photographer.
Carl’s running journey began in February 2023 as a challenge to himself after going through shoulder surgery and rehabilitation. He explains, “I realized that I could do things that are hard. I now continue running because I enjoy the challenge of continually pushing myself to get better at something.” When it comes to running, finishing each race or run is his greatest running accomplishment. “Just like everybody else, I have had good races and runs, as well as bad races and runs, but I’ve always managed to finish it, no matter how hard it has been mentally or physically!”
Since he began running, Carl has completed countless 5Ks and 10Ks, and four half marathons. Which race has been his favorite? "My favorite has to be the Carrollton Half Marathon," he says. “It was the one that started out as a lofty goal! It was by far my favorite race, as it was the realization of a goal and a lot of hard work.” The course also happens to be his favorite running route. He tries to run it as often as he can.
Carl’s next running goal is completing a full marathon. He looks to accomplish this goal in December at Rocket City Marathon, WGTC’s Destination Race in Huntsville, Alabama. “It both excites me and scares me!” He is also looking forward to seeing many others from WGTC there!
An active member of WGTC, Carl says he joined because he wanted to be part of something that is bigger than just himself when it comes to the local running community. He adds, “Let’s be honest; Running on your own is hard! It is much better to do it with a group of friends.”
Come run with Carl and other members of WGTC at our next group run! Check out our Monthly Calendar for details.