Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Connie DeFazio #15973 Race: 2025 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Perfect running conditions at 63°F, partly cloudy skies, and a slight breeze from the east in Mesa, AZ.

Consistent Effort Exhibited in Race Performance Connie DeFazio from New Albany, MS, completed the 2025 Mesa Marathon with an overall time of 3:02:08, maintaining a steady average pace of 13:54 min/mile over 13.1 miles. Notably, she finished 7th in the F70-74 division, which is a commendable achievement. Her performance showed consistent pacing with her fastest splits at miles 3 and 13, both clocking in at 13:12 and 13:26 min/mile respectively. Throughout the event, Connie demonstrated uniform pacing, with the majority of her splits ranging between 13:12 and 14:31 min/mile. This consistent performance is encouraging. For future races, staying focused on maintaining or slightly reducing her pace during the later miles could lead to even better results. It's evident that Connie's approach allows for a strong completion, representing the 50 States Half Marathon Club with determination.