Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Nicole Gillespie #21062 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 Effort Shines Through in Mesa 10K Nicole Gillespie, 37, from Mesa, AZ, showcased a consistent race performance in the 2025 Mesa Marathon 10K. She completed the 10K with an official finish time of 1:15:29, averaging a pace of 12:10 min/mile. Throughout the race, Nicole demonstrated her endurance and pacing strategy. Her fastest mile was mile 2 at a pace of 11:41 min/mile. While Nicole maintained a steady pace, a notable dip occurred after an initial faster split, where she registered a split of 11:45 min/mile in mile six. Ending the race with consistent performance overall, she secured the 95th position in her F35-39 age division amongst a competitive field of 2107 total participants. Considering some pacing fluctuations, focusing on even pacing throughout might yield even better results. Nicole's participation in the team "Here for the Oranges" adds to the camaraderie and support in her racing journey.