The Amazing Race 15

Meghan and Cheyne met on a grade-school tetherball court. Ten years later, they became a couple and have been going strong ever since.

Brothers for 21 years, Sam and Dan will tell you that their relationship did not truly start until last summer when they both came out and told each other that they were gay.

Brian and Ericka met nine years ago in college and have now been married for two years. Ericka's greatest accomplishment, other then meeting and marrying Brian, was winning the Miss America crown in 2004.

Their athletic talent brought these two friends together five years ago when they met at the Harlem Globetrotters training camp.

This father and son duo do not have a lot in common, and they never have - that is why they are running the Race. They are eager to share the experience of a lifetime with one another and establish a bond for the rest of their lives.

These two professional poker players have been friends for over five years and have been going head-to-head at the tables the entire time. Well traveled, extremely competitive and strong-minded, these savvy players can deal with the cards they are dealt.

They have only been dating for a few months, but admit to spending every waking hour together since they fell in love. Mika grew up in Hazard, Ky., and moved to Nashville, Tenn., two years ago to pursue a career in country music. Canaan is a professional songwriter.

Lance and Keri are planning to be married this fall. Keri admits to getting frustrated when Lance interrupts her and fails to listen to her input, but he insists that he is always right and does not need to listen.

Zev and Justin's friendship started six years ago when they were working as camp counselors and the two have been very close ever since. Zev has Asperger's Syndrome, but they do not let it affect their relationship.

After meeting on an online dating website, Marcy and Ron are looking forward to sharing the intense experience that the Race can provide, and hope it helps determine whether their relationship is destined to last. Both are exceptionally fit, have great people skills and high energy

Garrett and Jessica met while in Barcelona on a study exchange program and have been dating on and off for seven years - during which time they have had three major breakups. Jessica is used to addressing issues head-on, while Garrett opts to ignore her, shying away from confrontation.

Eric and Lisa have been married for over 18 years. Both are vegans, who have a passionate and fiery approach to their personal and professional lives, and are extremely dedicated to helping others.