The Scranton Running Company was founded in 2010. Serving the needs of Northeastern Pennsylvania’s runners, walkers and fitness enthusiasts, we envision a thriving running and walking community in the area, and will tirelessly promote the benefits of an active lifestyle to all ages.
Our expert staff is knowledgeable in shoe fitting and gait analysis with a focus on injury prevention. Come visit with us and share your stories. We’ll get you laced up properly and hitting the roads in no time at all!
Matthew Byrne (Co-Founder)
Born and raised in Scranton, PA, Matt earned his footwear fitting stripes in the City of Brotherly Love: Philadelphia, PA. There he was a Manager at Philadelphia Runner, a specialty running store in the University City section of Philadelphia. Matt joined the Philly Runner team in 2004 and oversaw all aspects of the store’s operations. His product knowledge and ability to outfit a customer in the appropriate running or walking shoe is unsurpassed. When not at the Scranton Running Company, Matt can be found running the streets and trails of Scranton, starting and ending in his favorite place in the world: Minooka, PA.
While at Scranton High School, Matt set the school record in the 3200 meters (it still stands) and earned three-time All-State honors. At St. Joseph’s University, he won three individual Atlantic 10 Conference championships and was recently inducted into the University’s Track & Field Hall of Fame. Upon graduating, Matt turned his attention to longer distances, winning Scranton’s Steamtown Marathon in 2004, 2006 and 2012. He qualified for the U.S. Olympic Trials in the marathon in 2004 and once again in 2008. He has also represented the United States in the World Mountain Running Championships in 2008, 2009, and 2011. Matt has substantial coaching experience, including mentoring high school runners for the past thirteen years at two separate summer camps.
Jason Geadrities
Born and raised in Binghamton, New York, Jason relocated to NEPA after his collegiate years at College Misericordia. While Jason did not compete as a runner in high school or college, he found a passion for running from co-worker and college classmate Justin, who introduced him to long distance running. Since taking up the sport, Jason has run several half-marathons as well as completed the Steamtown Marathon. Jason earned a Bachelor’s degree in Sport Management from Misericordia as well as a Master’s Degree In Sport Management with a concentration in Intercollegiate Athletic Administration from California University of Pennsylvania. He has previously worked as an Assistant Athletic Director at nearby Keystone College.
Jason spends a good portion of his time during racing season organizing, managing, and timing local races with our SRC Race Management team. In his spare time, you can find Jason logging some miles up and down the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail. He’s also an avid soccer fan and is known to tune the store TV’s into English Premier League or Major League Soccer games.
Greg Ahlswede
Born and raised in Jenkintown, PA, Greg ran at Shippensburg University before living in Spain for five years where he honed his orienteering and trail running skills. Once he moved back stateside, he decided on setting up base in Scranton because of its extensive forests and technical trails. While his career is in translation, he loves helping out at SRC and connecting with the NEPA community.
Favorite place to run: Any technical trail in the Northeast US.
Favorite running shoes: Altra Superiors for everyday trail running and Icebugs for orienteering and trail races.
When I’m not running you can find me Exploring the outdoors!
Carly Danoski
Carly lives in Clarks Summit, where she started running cross country and track for Abington Heights in 7th grade. She earned her bachelor’s degree in environmental science from Moravian College and competed in both cross country and track as an 800m/mile specialist. She’s now pursuing her master’s degree in biology at East Stroudsburg University and hopes to eventually also coach high school or college track!
Favorite place to run: My favorite routes are in Clarks Summit and Bethlehem and usually involve lots of hills with the reward of a good view. I love exploring new places and getting some trail running in as well!
Favorite running shoes: Currently I love the On Cloudstratus but I’m always mixing it up.
When I’m not running you can find me hiking, playing frisbee golf, or reading.
Jack Farrell
Jack lives in Clarks Summit and attends Abington Heights High School. From once being a basketball player, Jack has shifted his focus to running and currently competes as a Comet as part of the Varsity Cross Country and Track & Field Teams. He is in the midst of decathlon training and hopes that that and his love for math and science can help propel him forward to the next level.
Favorite place to run: The Trolley Trail is definitely my favorite. You get the nice, easy downhill along with the tough, challenging uphill. I also enjoy running on the newly finished Abington track as it feels like a second home.
Favorite running shoes: I’ve always been someone who gives any shoe a try and tends to like them all; yet, my ultimate favorite is the Nike Pegasus.
When I’m not running you can find me throwing, jumping, or hurdling! Along with hanging out with my friends, playing soccer, or playing basketball.
Sam Kuchwara
Born in Scranton and a former Scranton Prep XC and Track runner, Sam moved back to the area after graduating in 2015 from Boston College – which naturally only further nurtured his love for everything up to 26.2 (so far!)
Favorite place to run: For day-to-day runs, anywhere through the Hillsection, Downtown, and Green Ridge – also, I infamously like the treadmill!
Favorite races: Steamtown and Boston Marathons
Favorite running shoes: Saucony Freedom, Hoka Clifton, and Hoka Carbon X
When I’m not running, you can find me painting, with friends, or taking part in arts events in Scranton!
Thomas Lee
Thomas was born and raised in Scranton, PA. He started his running career in 9th grade at Holy Cross High School. He is currently attending Marywood University where he is pursuing a degree in financial planning. He also runs cross country and track at Marywood as well. In track he runs the 800 and DMR.
Favorite place to run: It would either have to be Elmhurst Boulevard or the heritage trail in Scranton.
Favorite races: Of course any 800 on a track or for road races the crusader classic.
Favorite running shoes: The Mizuno Wave Rider, New Balance 1080 or the Saucony Endorphin Pro
When I’m not running, you can find me Playing golf or umpiring baseball games
Matthew Rosetti (Co-Founder)
Born in Scranton, PA, Matt currently resides in New York City where he works in structured finance. But he’s not all evil: he helped bring the Scranton Running Company to life. Matt graduated from Scranton High School and then from Lehigh University. He is an accomplished runner, winning the JPMorgan Chase Corporate Challenge in New York’s Central Park and also finished second in Scranton’s Steamtown Marathon. Matt has also competed in the Boston and New York City marathons. He was captain of both the track and cross-country teams at Lehigh University. (However, all of this happened so long ago that the internet can’t verify so it’s likely untrue.)
Buddy
With a face like this, Buddy will never be starved for attention. His specialty is in the morale department. And he has two pairs of getaway sticks that any runner would envy. Come visit with him at our location in the Ice Box Sports Complex. We dare you not to smile while doing so.