Akintunde Morakinyo has been running with the Striders since 1998. He grew up playing soccer but loved running the 100 and 400 meters. His favorite running memories include: coming in first in the 400 meters in an international students competition in college, his first time breaking 5 minutes in a mile race, and finishing his first marathon. Since his first, Tunde has run over 50 marathons. He has also given back to the running community as a cross-country and track coach with the Howard County Junior Striders and Franklin High School. Tunde recently started competing in masters track and field, in 2024 he placed 2nd at Nationals and was a Finalist in the 2025 World Masters Indoor Championship.