Meet the Competitors: Barry “Rusty” Fennell

Barry “Rusty” Fennell | Raleigh’s Finest Mile

Barry is truly one of “Raleigh’s Finest.” He is Fire Fighter and an EMT, and is a heck of a runner as well. You can always spot him in a pack by his signature bandanna!

5 Things About Me: Barry “Rusty” Fennell

1. Born in Charlotte; But Raleigh is My Home! GO Wolfpack!

2. Ran Track in High School; But I just PR’d in the Mile On July 4th, 2014 with a time Of 4:46 at the “Downhill Mile.”. I’ve Run 5 Marathons, over 12 Half Marathons, the Krispy Kreme Challenge, the Tough Mudder and Rusty’s Beer Mile!

3. I work as a Fire Fighter/EMT & I Love My Job!

4. I Ran the “Raising Cane 5K” Blindfolded with a Guide Runner in 21:15 to raise money for people with vision impairments.

5. Proud Member of the “O’Malley’s Pub Race Team”

The 2014 Sir Walter Miler. Watch | Hang | Run | Support