Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Ashley Cooper #20809 Race: 2025 Mesa 10K Distance: 6.2 miles Weather: Perfect running conditions at 63°F, partly cloudy skies, and a slight breeze from the east in Mesa, AZ.

Steady Progress and Strong Finish in the 2025 Mesa Marathon 10K Ashley Cooper demonstrated consistent pacing in the 2025 Mesa Marathon 10K. Her first mile started strong with a pace of 11:45 min/mile, placing her 383rd among female runners. As the race progressed, her pace slightly decreased, with a 12:36 min/mile pace in the second mile and a 13:44 min/mile in the third. This resulted in reaching the 38:04 mark by the 3-mile split. Despite these fluctuations, Ashley maintained determination to finish with a 12:33 average pace overall. In the latter stages, Ashley showed resilience, particularly in the final mile where she picked up her pace again to 11:54 min/mile. She crossed the finish line with an overall time of 1:17:50. Among her division (F35-39), she placed 102nd. Throughout the race, Ashley proved her ability to maintain focus and adapt to the race's progression, finishing as an integral member of her team, "Researchers Who Run."