Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Zachary Runge #21968 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.

Consistent Gains with a Strong Finish Zachary Runge, representing Trents Fan Club, delivered a steady race performance at the 2025 Mesa Marathon. He covered the 10K distance in 1:09:15, maintaining an overall pace of 11:10 min/mile. Among 2,107 participants, he ranked 873rd overall, finishing 455th in his gender category and 40th within the Male 19-24 division. His pacing strategy notably improved as the race progressed, with his quickest mile being the final one at 9:38 min/mile. The first mile was completed in 12:03, but Zachary showed strong momentum, significantly improving his pace over the course of the event. By the last split, he had advanced 50 positions from his lowest rank. Focusing on maintaining a consistent pace earlier on could help improve overall results in future races. His performance highlights a commendable closing speed, demonstrating a capacity to push through and finish strong.