All The Miles Mattered

By: Neil Amato
  • Summary

  • The coach who created a distance-running dynasty | the rise of a friendly rival | a fleet-footed antagonist who flamed out too fast
    Copyright 2022 Neil Amato - all rights reserved.
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Episodes
  • Boston Marathon 2024 Special
    Apr 13 2024

    The Boston Marathon is a big deal. It's this weekend. And we found Leto and Largo runners who competed in the prestigious spring race (they aren't the only ones). So, the alternate title could be ATMM Goes to Boston. Hear the words (occasionally of the four-letter variety) from John Brennan (Largo Class of 84) and Matt Heiser (Leto Class of 85). Thanks for coming along for the run! Music credits: "Out on my Skateboard", Mini Vandals; "Is This Really Happening," TrackTribe

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    34 mins
  • November 1980: The Letter
    Jan 31 2024

    In early 1979, Mark Altimari didn't know much about Largo cross country. His family had moved recently from suburban Philadelphia to Tampa, and he was a confessed "wrestling dummy" at his new school, Leto High. Then, he met Leto coach Bobby Ennis, "the first adult to truly believe in me," Altimari said. He soon learned more about the rival Packers and more about cross country, and then more about the work it would take to take down Largo. The events of fall 1980 on cross country courses in Pinellas and Hillsborough counties didn't end Altimari's interaction with Largo. Instead, a letter created a lifelong bond. This episode of All The Miles Mattered goes in-depth on the mail sent to Altimari after the state meet in 1980, which in 4A boys competition was decided by 3 points.

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    15 mins
  • Belen’s book not yet finished
    Nov 16 2023

    Belen Jesuit in Miami has won more FHSAA boys cross country state championships than any program. This weekend, Belen goes for the 15th title in program history. Coach Frankie Ruiz's team has its sights on other championships, as it will run at least one other race after the 3A state meet on Friday, Nov. 17 in Tallahassee. In this episode of All The Miles Mattered, Ruiz talks history, his call to Coach Brent Haley in 2019, his runners' quest for 15, and more.

    Music: Mini Vandals, Out On My Skateboard

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    32 mins

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