The GCM Pacers assist participants to their time goals in the ASICS Gold Coast Marathon, China Airlines Half Marathon and Southern Cross University 10km Run. Pacers are experienced runners who aim to maintain an even pace throughout the race with the goal to have you finishing slightly faster (30 seconds or so) than your goal time.

For easy visibility, the pace runners will be carrying a coloured balloon and a goal time sign high amongst the starting runners. Each pace runner will also wear a singlet with the goal time marked on the back. It’s important to know the start zone your pace runner will be in and ensure you choose the same start zone when you enter so you can start the race near your pace runner.

Each pace time will have at least two pace runners who will lead the pace (off net-time) whilst guiding & motivating you throughout the race.

Pacers will run to the ‘Net Time’ (also called ‘Chip Time’). Net Time is the time it takes you to complete the distance once you’ve crossed the start line. Note: Due to participant numbers, it may take several minutes to cross the start line after the gun is fired.

ASICS Gold Coast Marathon Pace Times

Pace Groupmin/kmBalloon Colour PositionPacers
2 hrs 50 mins4:02 min/kmLight PurpleMiddle of Zone AJustin Kahlefeldt & Jared Kahlefeldt
3hrs4:16 min/kmLight BlueFront of Zone BEthan Pham & Jason Huang
3 hrs 10 mins4:30 min/kmBlueMiddle of Zone BErin Wallace & Ron New
3 hrs 20 mins4:45 min/kmPinkBack of Zone BRicky Arnold & Matt Brace
3 hrs 30 mins4:59 min/kmGreenFront of Zone CWaid Sinclair & Thomas Li
3 hrs 40 mins5:13 min/kmWhiteMiddle of Zone CMark Morton & Ken Pritchard
3 hrs 50 mins5:27 min/kmRedBack of Zone CToby Connock & Mugsy Moloney
4 hrs5:42 min/kmBlackFront of Zone DKatie MacKenzie & John Brereton
4 hrs 15 mins6:03 min/kmYellowMiddle of Zone DErvin Chan & Yew Khuay Lim
4 hrs 30 mins6:24 min/kmOrangeFront of Zone ECraig Bibby & Phil Calvin
4 hrs 45 mins6:46 min/kmLime GreenBetween the 4:30 & 5hr pacersKirsty Sutton & Penny Flukes
5 hrs7:07 min/kmPurpleMiddle of Zone EIan Alhadath & Jeremy Brown
5 hrs 30 mins7:50 min/kmWhiteBetween the 5hr & 6hr pacersBec Peterson, Sheau Huey Loi & Wei Leng Poon
6 hrs8:32 min/kmGreen Between the 5:30 & Chaser pacers Marc Mauger & Hun Kiong Lai
Chaser (6hrs 40mins)*9:29 min/kmBlueBack of Zone ECarmel Grashuis & Peita Hillman

*Chaser will run to gun time.

china airlines Half Marathon Pace Times

Pace Groupmin/km Balloon Colour PositionPacers
1 hr 24mins3:59 min/kmLight BlueFront of Zone AEmmanuel Vergara & Brian Baker
1 hr 30 mins4:16 min/kmBlueMiddle of Zone AMichael Cacciola & Pieter Van Der Kooij
1 hr 40 mins4:45 min/kmGreenBack of Zone AThanuj Kumar, Jarrod Gibson & David Loader
1 hr 50 mins5:13 min/kmRedFront of Zone BSally Matsubara, Scotty Roberts & Humberto Alvarez
2 hrs5:42 min/kmBlackFront of Zone CRegan Tare & John White
2 hrs 10 mins6:10 min/kmYellowFront of Zone DVanisha Vasudivan & Steve Gamble
2 hrs 20 mins 6:38 min/kmOrange Front of Zone EBen Kelly & Mel Haley
2 hrs 30 mins7:07 min/kmPinkMiddle of Zone EVina Rahmati & Eric Seo
Chaser (3hrs 20mins)*9:28 min/km PurpleBack of Zone EKate Morris & Amanda White

*Chaser will run to gun time.

Southern Cross University 10km Run Pace Times

Pace Group min/kmBalloon ColourPositionPacers
40 mins4:00 min/km Light BlueFront of Zone AZachery Cacciola & Alastair Snell
50 mins 5:00 min/kmRed Front of Zone BPeter Jones, Hung Pham & Pat Carroll
60 mins6:00 min/kmBlack Front of Zone CCairine Lambole & Tina Adams
1 hr 10 mins7:00 min/km YellowFront of Zone DShane Dicinoski & Jodie Cumner

ASICS GOLD COAST MARATHON PACER PROFILES

Justin Kahlefeldt

Pace Group: 2hrs 50min
Pace: 4:02 min/km

"I've always wanted to help others with pacing because it's the key ingredient to achieving your goal on race day (I've learnt the hard way a few times!). GC is also a favourite event of mine"

Jared Kahlefeldt

Pace Group: 2hrs 50min
Pace: 4:02 min/km

"My Brother Justin has talked me into this. I am looking forward to motivating the group"

Ethan Pham

Pace Group: 3hrs 
Pace: 4:16 min/km

"Breaking the 3hr marathon barrier is a huge goal for many. I'm stoked to be able to help my fellow runners achieve their goals by providing steady and consistent pacing"

Jason Huang

Pace Group: 3hrs
Pace: 4:16 min/km

"Previous experience with pacing"

Erin Wallace

Pace Group: 3 hrs 10 mins
Pace: 4:30 min/km

"It is a way of giving back to the greater running community. I love seeing people achieve their goals, and put themsleves out there in one of the most challenging events you can do"

Ron New

Pace Group: 3 hrs 10 mins
Pace: 4:30 min/km

"I love to assist runners to achieving a goal in finishing a marathon, motivate them through the event & help them achieve their goal time"

Ricky Arnold

Pace Group: 3 hrs 20 mins
Pace: 4:45 min/km

"The opportunity to journey with runners setting PB dreams at one of the most stunning marathon events in the world. Not only the runners, but also assisting spectators to locate loved ones with goal times"

 

Matt Brace

Pace Group: 3 hrs 20 mins
Pace: 4:45 min/km

"Injury last year and giving back to the running community"

Waid Sinclair

Pace Group: 3 hrs 30 mins
Pace: 4:59 min/km

"Running with people and seeing them achieving their goals and the emotions that goes with it is something special"

Thomas Li

Pace Group: 3 hrs 30 mins
Pace: 4:59 min/km

Mark Morton

Pace Group: 3 hrs 40 mins
Pace: 5:13 min/km

"I love chatting to people and helping them achieve their goals"

Ken Pritchard

Pace Group: 3 hrs 40 mins
Pace: 5:13 min/km

"GCM is my home marathon which it makes it very special for me. Most of my runs are on the course so pacing and sharing the course on race day is a highlight. This year also marks my 10th GCM marathon!"

Toby Connock

Pace Group: 3 hrs 50 mins
Pace: 5:27 min/km

"Moved to the country & Gold Coast from England and love the area and helping people achieve their goals"

Mugsy Moloney

Pace Group: 3 hrs 50 mins
Pace: 5:27 min/km

"To help people achieve their goal that they have trained hard for and to see their face once they have achieved it is rewarding"

Katie MacKenzie

Pace Group: 4 hrs
Pace: 5:42 min/km

"GCM is a highlight of every year. I enjoy it whether I am racing or pacing but the biggest thrill is helping other people achieve their goals. Pacing the landmark 4 hr marathon group is my favourite!"

John Brereton

Pace Group: 4 hrs
Pace: 5:42 min/km

"Love to run, this will be my 11th official Gold Coast Marathon distance and will be my 5th time pacing"

Ervin Chan

Pace Group: 4 hrs 15 mins
Pace: 6:03 min/km

"Love for the sport and love to achieve it with others by helping them on race day"

Yew Khuay Lim

Pace Group: 4 hrs 15 mins
Pace: 6:03 min/km

"Guiding runners has always been my passion, I even accepted the role as coach to conduct running clinics beyond pacing to support runners better and earlier in their preparation for marathons"

Craig Bibby

Pace Group: 4 hrs 30 mins
Pace: 6:24 min/km

"The satisfaction of seeing others achieve what could be the biggest challenge of their life"

Phil Calvin

Pace Group: 4 hrs 30 mins
Pace: 6:24 min/km

"After the enjoyment of getting people in the GCM24 to their goals, the opportunity to pace for GCM25 was high on the card to do"

Kirsty Sutton

Pace Group: 4 hrs 45 mins
Pace: 6:46 min/km

"I love the event, it's an incredible opportunity"

Penny Flukes

Pace Group: 4 hrs 45 mins
Pace: 6:46 min/km

"This will be my 9th Gold Coast Marathon, and I wanted to give something back to such a great event. I love meeting new people and helping them achieve their goals, even better at such a great event!"

Ian Alhadath

Pace Group: 5 hrs
Pace: 7:07 min/km

"Finishing a marathon on my target time makes me happy, helping other runners to finish a marathon on their target time makes me happier!"

Jeremy Brown

Pace Group: 5 hrs
Pace: 7:07 min/km

"I get a huge buzz out of pacing people to achieve their goals in the Marathon, especially 1st timers, and where better to do it than one of the most popular and picturesque Marathons in the country!"

Bec Peterson

Pace Group: 5 hrs 30 mins
Pace: 7:50 min/km

"I absolutely love encouraging & supporting people to get across that finish line. I firmly believe that ALL runners matter & should be included whether you run a 2:30 or a 6hr marathon"

Sheau Huey Loi 

Pace Group: 5 hrs 30 mins
Pace: 7:50 min/km

"It would be my first ever overseas marathon. I am a passionate pacer who loves helping runners achieve their goals. It would also be a pleasure to exchange strategies with GCM pacers"

Wei Leng Poon

Pace Group: 5 hrs 30 mins
Pace: 7:50 min/km

"Inspired by my marathon pacing experience, I want to motivate and guide runners at GCM 2025, helping them achieve their goals on its scenic, fast course while sharing my passion for running"

Marc Mauger

Pace Group: 6 hrs
Pace: 8:32 min/km

"I really want to help others out in their quest to conquer a marathon distance, with a smile and good times!"

Hun Kiong Lai

Pace Group: 6 hrs
Pace: 8:32 min/km

"To gain new experience of motivating runners in Australia"

Carmel Grashuis

Pace Group: Chaser (6hrs 40mins)
Pace: 9:29 min/km

"I enjoy helping the back-of-the-pack participants to achieve their goal of finishing their marathon"

Peita Hillman

Pace Group: Chaser (6hrs 40mins)
Pace: 9:29 min/km

"I really enjoy helping others to achieve their event goals, particularly first time marathoners who are completing such an awesome achievement. It’s always such a great atmosphere at GCM"

CHINA AIRLINES HALF MARATHON PACER PROFILES

Emmanuel Vergara

Pace Group: 1 hr 24mins
Pace: 3:59 min/km

"It's such a rewarding feeling helping runners achieve their PBs on race morning. In the same way I got my PBs, this is how I can best give back to the running community"

Brian Baker

Pace Group: 1 hr 24mins
Pace: 3:59 min/km

"Being a part of another runner's journey toward their goal is always an achievement"

Michael Cacciola

Pace Group: 1 hr 30 mins
Pace: 4:16 min/km

"Eliud Kipchoge taught us that "no human is limited " and I am inspired by runners pushing their limits and chasing their goals. For me to to run alongside others and help them achieve is pure gold!"

Pieter Van Der Kooij

Pace Group: 1 hr 30 mins
Pace: 4:16 min/km

"It would be great to help other runners achieve their goals and be part of the atmosphere"

Thanuj Kumar

Pace Group: 1 hrs 40 mins
Pace: 4:45 min/km

"Goal to help runners to achieve their PB's while running with legends at the most iconic course. I have been fortunate enough to pace with so many wonderful runners here"

Jarrod Gibson

Pace Group: 1 hrs 40 mins
Pace: 4:45 min/km

"Having experienced the thrill of helping people achieve their goals at a great event brings me back every year"

David Loader

Pace Group: 1 hrs 40 mins
Pace: 4:45 min/km

"I really enjoy pacing and helping runners achieve their goals. It is extremely rewarding"

 

Sally Matsubara

Pace Group: 1 hrs 50 mins
Pace: 5:13 min/km

"Every year I do enjoy pacing in my local race, Gold Coast!"

Scotty Roberts

Pace Group: 1 hrs 50 mins
Pace: 5:13 min/km

"The high fives, the smiles, the pick me ups to all those in the hurt locker, the laughs and the tears of joy at the finish line, this is the Gold Coast Marathon, this is why I keep turning up to Pace!"

Humberto Alvarez

Pace Group: 1 hrs 50 mins
Pace: 5:13 min/km

"Pacing, to me, is a way to give back to the awesome running community and stay connected. I truly enjoy helping people achieve their running goals"

Regan Tare

Pace Group: 2 hrs
Pace: 5:42 min/km

"I love the whole atmosphere. I enjoy encouraging others toward realising their running goals, to see the sense of achievement and smiles on my groups face. It’s rewarding"

John White

Pace Group: 2 hrs 
Pace: 5:42 min/km

"I'm passionate about running and supporting others. I believe running fosters mental and physical well-being, and love to help others achieve their goals while enjoying the journey"

Vanisha Vasudivan

Pace Group: 2 hrs 10 mins
Pace: 6:10 min/km

"Being a pacer lets you share the love of running with others. You get to lead a group of runners, help them stay motivated, and experience the race in a different way"

Steve Gamble

Pace Group: 2 hrs 10 mins
Pace: 6:10 min/km

"My way of giving back to the running community after racing for many years! And I Love helping people achieve their goals it is so rewarding!"

Ben Kelly

Pace Group: 2 hrs 20 mins
Pace: 6:38 min/km

"To help others achieve their goals, be it a time or just to finish is an amazing experience as it allows me to give back to this amazing community"

Mel Haley

Pace Group: 2 hrs 20 mins
Pace: 6:38 min/km

"Supporting the running community and helping others achieve their goals like others have done for me over the years"

Vina Rahmati

Pace Group: 2 hrs 30 mins
Pace: 7:07 min/km

"I was pacing the 10K 70mins in GCM24, it was so much fun and rewarding to help other runners achieve their running goals"

Eric Seo

Pace Group: 2 hrs 30 mins
Pace: 7:07 min/km

"I’m passionate about running and always looking to challenge myself to new limits. Being a pacer gives me the chance to encourage and motivate fellow runners to reach their goals"

Kate Morris

Pace Group: Chaser (3hrs 20mins)
Pace: 9:28 min/km

"I love supporting other runners in the Gold Coast Marathon events. Some may remember me as the happy little shithead on the side of the road at the half marathon. I love helping people reach a PB"

Amanda White

Pace Group: Chaser (3hrs 20mins)
Pace: 9:28 min/km

"Pacers are an amazing part of the race when trying to achieve results and have been there for me and helped myself achieve my goals and I’d love to give back and do the same to motivate others"

Southern Cross University 10km run PACER PROFILES

Zachery Cacciola

Pace Group: 40 mins
Pace: 4:00 min/km

"Running has created so many lifelong memories, and to be able to share that on course at Gold Coast with some amazing athletes striving to also create lifelong memories is why I want to pace"

Alastair Snell

Pace Group: 40 mins
Pace: 4:00 min/km

"I’ve had great experiences running with pacers and I want to pay that forward. A sub 40 10 is a huge milestone - I'd love to help people hit that and what better place to do it at than here!"

Peter Jones

Pace Group: 50 mins
Pace: 5:00 min/km

"I’ve been running marathons for over 30 years. The GCM is the best event in Australia, and having the opportunity to be involved in it, whilst helping runners achieve their goals, is a real honour"

Hung Pham

Pace Group: 50 mins
Pace: 5:00 min/km

"GCM is a great international event and I enjoy helping participants achieve their goals"

Pat Carroll

Pace Group: 50 mins
Pace: 5:00 min/km

"To give back to the sport and to help runners achieve their goal"

Cairine Lambole

Pace Group: 60 mins
Pace: 6:00 min/km

"Absolutely loved pacing last year"

Tina Adams

Pace Group: 60 mins
Pace: 6:00 min/km

"I enjoy helping others get their goal, to see the nerves at the start line, then help to keep them on track, it is ultimate seeing their face when they have finished and reached their goal, its PRICELESS"

 

Shane Dicinoski

Pace Group: 1 hrs 10 mins
Pace: 7:00 min/km

"Help people achieve their goals"

Jodie Cumner

Pace Group: 1 hrs 10 mins
Pace: 7:00 min/km

"I love helping people to achieve their running goals"

Want to be a pacer in 2025? (Allocation Exhausted)

To adequately carry out the pacer role you’ll need to be able to comfortably run the pace you’ve nominated for. You also need to be prepared to offer encouragement and motivate runners. All volunteer pacers will receive a race entry to their designated race and a pacer singlet.

The Pacer Program is curated and supported with assistance from Pat Carroll via Pat Carroll Online & Onland.

Pacer allocations are now FULL for 2025