Meet Our Athletes
Roccella Adame
My name is Roccella Adame and I am 19 years old. I love having people around me and I love music, any kind of music, classical music, folk music, pop music, mariachi music and a lot of other genres. Music boosts my mood. I am currently a student at Cherry Creek High School and I have been part of theater plays and I am also part of the Unified cheer team.Something I truly enjoy is being outdoors and I especially love feeling the wind blowing on my face. That's why I'm so excited to have been invited to race as a member of Team Hoyt. This will be a new experience for me and I am looking forward to being part of an event like this that promotes inclusivity and diversity. I can't wait to participate in my first race! I want to remind people that life can be simple yet beautiful so never take it for granted, don't get down on yourself and enjoy every moment. I hope many people get the opportunity to participate in events like this one. Everybody deserves to have fun and experience "running free".
Harper Kelley
My name is Harper Kelley and I am 15 years old. I love travel, music and my family. I especially love going to concerts at Red Rocks and my favorite band is Milky Chance. I have been to their concerts seven times in my life and can't wait for them to tour again. I was born with a rare genetic condition, a complex chromosomal abnormality and am the only person in the world with this exact disorder. I am hearing impaired, legally blind and have motor and developmental delays. I am currently a student at The Learning Zone- a school that specializes in AAC communication and look forward to starting at Cherry Creek High School in the fall. I have grown up in a very active family and have always loved riding in a stroller with my Mom and Dad while hiking, running and cross-country skiing. I have participated in Girls on the Run and helped my mom with coaching duties. My mom and I were a duo in the Girls on the Run 5k several times and I love the energy of a running race. Our family has been inspired by the Rick and Dick Hoyt story and my Mom and I have dreamed of being a duo with team Hoyt and have a goal of running Boston together when I am 18, which will be in 2028. We are so excited to be participating with Team Hoyt Denver!
Jack Talley
Jack is a joyful and curious three-year-old with quadriplegic cerebral palsy who lights up every room with his smile and sense of humor. A natural explorer, Jack is always asking questions, eager to learn, and unafraid to try new things. His resilience and zest for life inspire those around him to celebrate every victory—big or small—while becoming stronger advocates for accessibility and inclusion.
Whether he’s ringing his cowbell in a duo race or cheering through a snowy sit-ski run, Jack shows that ability comes in many forms. His infectious spirit is a daily reminder that strength, joy, and possibility can come in the smallest, brightest packages.
Jaxson Gallegos
Jaxson Gallegos is a happy, healthy and inspiring 14-year-old freshman at Bear Creek High School. He has a form of cerebral palsy that includes involuntary movements, a visual impairment and seizure disorder. Jaxson uses a wheelchair and an AAC communication device.
Jaxson experiences life differently than most of his peers, but he always brings his sweet, joyous spirit to each adventure including adaptive sports like running, skiing, baseball and hiking. He enjoys swimming, beach vacations with his family and exploring museums and community events. Jaxson is a big fan of classical music and violinist Lindsey Stirling.
Running with Team Hoyt is such a gift for Jaxson! On race day, Jax loves interacting with his peer rider athletes, runners and team volunteers; listening to the crowds cheering him on; and the sounds of runners all around him. Jaxson expresses his joy by reaching out, waving his arms and vocalizing a sweet steady humming sound!
Ryan Dunne
Hi! My name is Ryan, and I’m a happy and energetic 21-year-old. I love building Legos, creating art, swimming, and cheering on the Denver Broncos! I was born with Duchene Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), a group of genetic conditions that cause muscle weakness due to the breakdown of muscle tissue. Being part of Team Hoyt Denver has been such an amazing experience. One of the highlights for me has been getting to race with my physical therapist, Rosie. Having her push me during races has made everything even more fun and has brought us even closer together. Before joining THD, the only adaptive sport I had tried was basketball—so it’s been exciting to discover and enjoy a new sport in such a supportive community!
Sarah Holt
Sarah is a 20 year old Team Hoyt Denver athlete who brings heart, resilience, and joy to every race. Living with cerebral palsy including involuntary movements, extreme muscle tightness, and visual impairment, she doesn’t let these challenges define her. She loves reading fantasy novels, watching WWE and boxing, and spending time with her beloved dog, Rose. For Sarah, Team Hoyt Denver is more than just a team, it’s a place where she belongs. “I love being a part of a group where I am one of many, not the only one with a disability. Here I belong without having to explain myself and I feel less alone.”
Matthew Conklin
Matthew is an incredible 12-year-old who lights up every room with his smile and infectious joy. Born with left hemiplegia cerebral palsy and adopted from China in 2015, he has overcome many physical and intellectual challenges. He thrives in his middle school community, participating in student government, choir, digital design, and unified sports. Matthew is passionate about college gymnastics and dreams of becoming a commentator for the Oklahoma Sooners. In 2025, he was granted a Dream by the Dream on 3 team in Denver, where he met top SEC gymnasts, commentators, and even Aly Raisman. Since then, he’s been learning how to edit sports videos and hopes to study sports communication and media in college. Being part of Team Hoyt allows Matthew to be part of a community that overcomes challenges. He has watched his mom cross many finish lines, and he now looks forward to crossing the finish line with her. He loves getting his own race shirt, medal and bib and enjoys documenting the journey by taking lots of pictures and videos.
Jeff Tittlefitz
At 70 years young, Jeff brings heart, resilience, and a deep appreciation for life to every race with Team Hoyt Denver. In 1977, Jeff experienced a life-altering industrial accident that resulted in a C6–C7 spinal fracture and incomplete quadriplegia. After months of intense rehabilitation at Craig Hospital, he regained the ability to walk with two crutches—a testament to his determination and strength. Jeff was drawn to Team Hoyt Denver by the camaraderie, support, and pure joy the team brings to athletes and families alike. “It’s wonderful to be part of something that brings so many people together and brings so much joy to people's lives." When he’s not racing, Jeff loves exploring ghost towns, diving into his family history, and working on his bucket list goal of visiting every Major League Baseball park in the country.