ASA WingMan (n.)  Any individual (man or woman, fast or slow) who lends his/her heart and legs to empower an ASA Athlete to cross the finish line and at the same time raises awareness and funds for the organization.

The  wingman  Program

The WingMan Program empowers individuals living with limited to no mobility (ASA Athlete) the opportunity to train and race in mainstream running events. Each ASA Athlete is supported by his or her own unique WingMan Team, “Together We Finish.”

ASA provides the ASA Athlete and his or her WingMan Team with all of the equipment and resources necessary to cross the finish line including:  help picking a race, hosting regularly scheduled training run opportunities, and managing all race day logistics. 
Profile of a WingMan
Our Reach
An ASA WingMan may be  fresh off the couch, an experienced athlete, young, old, male or female, fast or slow. A WingMan does not need to have experience with individuals living with disabilities, nor do they need to have experience racing, just the desire to train and run with our Athletes
WingMan Requirements
  • Commit to raise $350 by the date of your first race* (High School and College students commit to raise $150 by race day)
  • Attend a training run prior to race day
  • Agree to the ASA Code of Conduct, the Rules of the Road, and Participation Waiver located on the WingMan Resource Page
  • Cover race registration fee and travel expenses
The ASA WingMan Program started in Baltimore County, and we are thrilled to have additional ASA WingMan Communities thriving in Anne Arundel County, Baltimore City, Baltimore Count, Dauphin County PA, Frederick County, Harford County and Howard County.  An ASA WingMan Community consists of a Volunteer Community Coordinator, WingMen, and ASA Athletes who regularly train and race together.

ASA provides the Athlete and his or her WingMan team with all of the equipment and resources necessary to cross the finish line together. 

Take the First step to becoming a wingman today!

2019 WINGMAN APPLICATION
Benefits to Athletes
Benefits to WingMen
  • The exhilaration of participating in mainstream running events
  • The opportunity to enjoy physical activity outdoors
  • The warmth of a supportive team offering encouragement and enthusiasm
  • The thrill of competition
  • The satisfaction of crossing the finish line
  • The hospitality from and inclusion in a loving community
  • The opportunity to meet new people
  • The experience of making a positive difference through a great cause!
  • A healthy and active lifestyle
  • The connection to a welcoming supportive community ​ 
  • A custom ASA racing top 
  • ASA group runs
  • Fundraising support through an online giving platform 
Community Coordinators
Anne Arundel County: Teresa Meskey - teresa@asa.run
Baltimore City: Alyssa Navarrete - baltcity@asa.run
Baltimore County: Michele Howe - michele@asa.run
Dauphin County PA: Christina  Beaverson - pawingwoman@aol.com 
Frederick County:​ Kerry Blackmer - klblackmer@yahoo.com
Harford County: Pam Moore- laxmom0115@yahoo.com
Howard County: Crystal Wissinger - hoco@asa.run

“I never realized how life-giving acting as another person’s legs could be. To experience a short period of life laughing, running, and pushing the limits with Spencer helped me see again that one of life’s greatest treasures is the treasure of helping people go places they have never gone or may never get to go. In doing so I was taken to new places of joy and hope myself…I can’t wait to do this again. I may have been Spencer’s legs for a race, but he is my inspiration for taking risks that make life so meaningful”.  
- Pat Goodman, ASA WingMan
Questions?
Please feel free to contact Lisa Cooper our WingMan Program Director at Lisa@asa.run with any questions or for additional information.