Tanner's Marathon Journey with Team CanCare
"Remember, there is a divine plan for you, and it is just as unique as your fingerprint."
After his second brain surgery, Tanner found himself physically weak, struggling mentally, and watching his dreams of a military career slip away. But instead of staying down, he laced up his running shoes.
What started as a way to regain his strength after his craniotomy became something he never expected: a passion. "I almost exclusively run because I enjoy it, which I never thought I would be saying," Tanner shares.
The former powerlifter and football player discovered that running, though often solo, felt more like a team sport than anything he'd experienced before. After placing third in his age group at his first half-marathon, he found a supportive community unlike any other.
Now, Tanner is training for his first full marathon at the Chevron Houston Marathon with Team CanCare, and his reason is powerful: "I wanted to give others hope. I wanted to show that cancer is not who you are, not what you're limited to."
His message to others facing similar battles is clear: reach out, talk to someone, and remember that losing a dream can be as heartbreaking as any other loss. But there's hope on the other side.
Join us in cheering on Tanner and Team CanCare at the Chevron Houston Marathon!
How You Can Get Involved:
- Join us at our Hoopla station on January 11, 2026 to cheer on Tanner and our runners
- Start your own fundraiser with Team CanCare: Click HERE to begin
- Make a gift to Team CanCare to support runners like Tanner, who are spreading hope
