Meet the Team

Ali Ball

Role: Marketing and Social Media Manager

ABOUT ME

I first discovered running in 2018, after moving to Australia for a year. I joined my university's run club as a way to make friends, not knowing that the decision would go on to shape the course of my life.

My career has always been rooted in health, fitness and communications. I’ve worked as a journalist for over eight years, including three and a half years at Runner’s World UK where I covered everything from running shoes and kit, to the latest tech. One of the best parts of the job has been the opportunity to combine work with running, travelling to marathons and races all over the world, from South Africa to Tokyo, and UTMB in Chamonix.

I dipped my toes into trail running in 2022, and in 2024 I ran my first ultramarathon in memory of my niece: a 220km, five-day adventure in Tanzania. It was an experience that pushed me well beyond my comfort zone and completely changed my perspective of what I was capable of. 

I joined Maverick because I love what the events are about: creating a space where everyone feels welcome, whatever their experience or ability. Trail running can feel intimidating, especially to newcomers, and I’m passionate about breaking down those barriers and showing people that the trails are for everyone.

Day to day, you’ll find me working across marketing campaigns and social media, creating content and capturing the energy that makes Maverick events so special. Come race day, I’ll probably be somewhere with a mini mic in hand, chatting to runners and soaking up the atmosphere.

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