Running Strong, Showing What's Possible.
My name is Amanda Horvath, and I’m running to show what hard work, support, and belief can add up to over time.
I live in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and work in Human Resources at Key Auto Group. When I’m not working, you’ll usually find me coaching Girls on the Run, cheering on young athletes, or playing a lot of basketball at the park with my son. Sports have always been a huge part of my life, not just because I love them, but because of what they teach about confidence, resilience, and showing up for yourself and others.
I love running, even though it hasn’t always come naturally. One thing I’ve worked hard to improve is getting up early to train. I used to not be a morning person at all, and now I don’t even need an alarm clock. Running has helped me build discipline and consistency, and it’s taught me that you can reach big goals at any age.
One of my personal goals is to someday win my age bracket. This won’t be the race where that happens, but that’s okay. For me, the joy is in the process, the progress, and the challenge. Before a race, you can count on me fueling up with pizza, pickle pizza if I can find it, and cueing up my playlist. “Lose Yourself” by Eminem gets me ready, but most of my half marathon playlist is Taylor Swift.
The people who inspire me most are my two boys. I want them to see what’s possible with hard work, but also to grow up as supportive husbands and fathers who believe in strong, capable women. They see firsthand that women can set big goals and chase them. I’m also incredibly grateful for my husband, Andy, who supports me and gives so much of his time serving on multiple Special Olympics New Hampshire event management teams. Our whole family believes in this mission.
If I could give advice to someone new to running or to Special Olympics, it would be this: don’t worry about your speed. You’re already faster than anyone who didn’t try.
By running with this team, I’m proud to support Special Olympics New Hampshire and the athletes who show every day what determination, opportunity, and inclusion can look like. These miles are about more than a finish line. They’re about standing behind a community that believes everyone deserves the chance to be strong, confident, and celebrated.
Thank you for supporting this journey and for helping turn every mile into something bigger.
Thank you to my Sponsors
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Bowl With Us Fundraiser
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Applebee's Epping - Tip-a-runner Event
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Dell Matching Gifts
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Ryan Latreille
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Applebee's Nashua - Tip-a-runner Event
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Applebee's Epping - Tip-a-runner Event
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Yue S L
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The Hall Family
Good luck Amanda!
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Sat Deol
I’m so proud of you. Go get ‘em!
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Justin Horvath
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Sara Lundquist
So excited for you. You are amazing!
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Alyce White
I am so proud of you!
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Jill Borthwick
To a brave and awesome lady . You will rock this !
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Cathy Goodman
Good Luck!!
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Patrick Creighton
Good luck!
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Maria And Mike H
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Jess Prince
You’ve got this!!!
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Holly & Chris
So excited to cheer you on!!
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Katie Centolella
🏃🏼♀️💨
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Melanie And Wally
Good Luck Amanda!! 🏃💨
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Victoria Engel-fowles
Go get it, Amanda and Jason!! 🎉🎉
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Jenna Mckenzie
Go Roomie! Thank you for supporting an amazing cause. Love you!!!
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Christi Orfanos
Cheering you on every step of your way!
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Frank Mcneil
Hydrate for days, sip during the run. Good luck!
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Patti Clarke
Good Luck Amanda. You are amazing.
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Penny & Sully
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Liz Scott
#girlpower 💪
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Gina Licini
You got this!!
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Crystal Nersesian
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Gretchen Koch-noble
Go Amanda! I am so proud of you!
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Laurie And Ton Zwaan
You rock
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Elida Sunata-craven
Go Amanda!
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David & Cindy Mullen
Go Amanda!
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Anonymous
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Laura Kennedy
Go Amanda!
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Marie And Tim Cahalane
Best of luck! We’ll be tracking you! Marie and Tim
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Andrea Amico
You got this!!!
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Joni Lane
You’re amazing Amanda!
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Pat And Mike Shea
Thanks for supporting Special Olympics and Girls Run. Both are so important. Have a great run!
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Anonymous
Good luck!
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Wendy Decesare
You are so inspiring! Wishing you all the best on Monday!
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Tina Margiotta
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Mary Reddam
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Mike Bontatibus
"behind every strong woman is an amazing man"
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Anonymous
Good luck, Amanda! Pace yourself! Cathy
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Jess Sniatecki
Cheering you on from upstate NY!
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Beth Clark
Get it girl! Run like you’re on Evan’s list. 😉
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Beth Lacey Dowd
Hooray! Really proud of you friend!
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Tina Frey
So proud of you! You got this🥰
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Jessica Etien
Go Amanda!
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Patricia Ritter
Good luck . Have fun!!🏃♀️
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Megan Cherubino
You are a true rockstar! Keep up the amazing work and inspiration for others!
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Kellie Neumann
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Cindy Locke
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Laurie Nixon
You can do it!!!
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Tracey Bell
Good luck!
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The Kanes
You got this!! ❤️
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Allison Vanguilder
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Jake Lampert
Go get em!
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Pw
You got this!!!
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Mikaela <3
Love you Amanda im so proud of you!❤️
