Four from Scarsdale Cross the Finish Line

Emily MichaelsAmong the 59,226 runners in the NYC Marathon on November 2, 2025 were some athletes with roots in Scarsdale. We reached out to a few of these runners and got their impressions of the 26 mile race. If you ran, please send your photo and a few thoughts to scarsdalecomments@gmail.com.

Emily Michaels, SHS Class of 2010

This year marked my fifth New York City Marathon and my seventh overall marathon. I can truly say that there is no marathon quite like New York!
I went into the day with an aggressive time goal, but as I smiled my way through the roaring crowds of Brooklyn, I quickly realized that I wanted to simply enjoy the day and take in every second. Even having run NYC four times before, I was shocked by how loud and full the crowds were throughout the entire course. While it wasn't a personal best time, it was another amazing experience, made extra special by having my family and friends show up to support me across the miles. I will definitely be back!

Halle Mizrahi, SHS Class of 2010

A friend told me the following as I set out to run this race: run the first third with your head - don’t go out too fast, be diligent, be focused. Run the second third with your legs - let your training do the work. Run the last third with your heart - your determination and spirit will get you across that finish line. I truly felt this when running this past Sunday. This race will teach you a lot if you let it. It will teach you humility and fearlessness. It will break you down but the crowds cheering your name will build you back up. Most importantly, it will teach you to believe in yourself. Halle Mizrahi

I had the most incredible time surrounded by family and friends and though I won’t do it again, I am so grateful for this day and what I was able to accomplish!”

Eric Spielsinger, SHS Class of 2007 and Daniel Spielsinger, SHS Class of 2011

Eric and his brother Daniel Spielsinger ran their first marathon together. Eric travelled from the Dominican Republic to run in the race. They held hands as they crossed the finish line.

Daniel said, “It was an honor to run our first marathon together, pushing each other to the finish. We’ve caught the marathon bug and we know this won’t be our last.
Eric said, “It was our first so we were quite conservative and will come back with a vengeance.”

Eric and Daniel Spielsinger