Does someone have a link to a news article to confirm this, rather than taking the word of anonymous LetsRun posters?
Does someone have a link to a news article to confirm this, rather than taking the word of anonymous LetsRun posters?
It is indeed sadly true:
http://www.ahwatukee.com/news/article_c12926a0-4a09-11e0-bdd9-001cc4c03286.html
RIP Sally
Wow that's really sad.
You know, I went for a bike ride today myself and had a couple close encounters
be very careful riding the bike
her blog?
also sponsored by GU energy
God this is so sad. I saw Sally run many times at Duke. She was a really nice person, always seeming to be the underdog, in the shadow of someone else's limelight.
Sally was an amazing athlete, she ran 237 at PF Chang,
....And beat good ole Kip Litton by almost 20mins in the PF Chang Arizona marathon
RIP Sally you will be missed
I remember watching her race at the Nagoya International Marathon in Japan in 2009. She gave her best that day. I was never blessed with the chance to meet her but she gave her all on every race.
This is a really bad loss for all American marathoners.
Briefly met her at the Skirtchaser in Tempe. Very sad news.
Sally was a good friend, a spirited competitor, a dedicated coach, and a gracious winner. Jane and I are devastated by her sudden death. We will really miss her, and will pray for her soul and for her family.
very sad day - we have to enjoy each day we have. At least she died doing what she loved.
I read her last entry. This is really tough.
No matter what you believe in one thing is for sure we are all on borrowed time here. She knew how to make the most of her time and had the right perspective.
I am really sorry to those who were close to her.
12jdjdkl wrote:
I read her last entry. This is really tough.
No matter what you believe in one thing is for sure we are all on borrowed time here. She knew how to make the most of her time and had the right perspective.
I am really sorry to those who were close to her.
It's true--reminds us to make the most of life, embrace its opportunities as Sally did. RIP and prayers for her and her family.
Sally was one of the more unique elite American distance runners out there. I had the opportunity to spend some time with Sally in Seattle last year for a Brooks function. She enjoyed life and seemed to be really content in her own skin. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends.
Kevin Hanson
Biker-man wrote:
This is made all the more tragic by the fact that it apparently didn't have to happen.
just effin' stop at stop signs.
By watching the video, it didn't look like a stop sign, but a stop light. The light was immediately after a small hill that included railroad tracks/signal. It looks like she may have been going downhill, across the tracks, and perhaps didn't see the light until it was too late.
Whatever the reason for the accident, it is very sad news. Have enjoyed following Sally since her Duke days. I was so happy for her that she had overcome injuries and was once again enjoying running success. Prayers to both Sally and her family. The world lost a wonderful young lady.
I have run the Beach to Beacon road race many times. My favorite time was when I ran with Sally Meyerhoff the entire way and helped her to a course PR. At the finish she collapsed and was sprawled out on the ground. I waited for her to regain composure so I could congratulate her on the fantastic run. It was inspiration to witness such a gutsy performance. From that day forward I was a big fan of Sally. Tragic news.
Had the pleasure of meeting Sally in November when she was in New York for the marathon. She visited the Girls on the Run program here and was a natural with the girls. She was such a nice, open, and giving person. A huge loss to the running community and everyone who knew her. My condolences to the family.