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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Jacob Flaherty #16237 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 Progress With a Strong Finish Jacob Flaherty from Gilbert, AZ, showcased remarkable pacing at the 2025 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon. Across the 13.1-mile course, his splits highlighted steady improvement, with a significant boost in his final mile at a pace of 7:10 min/mile. Maintaining consistent performance, his overall race pace was 8:03 min/mile. These strategic improvements propelled his overall position to 720th, placing him 75th in the Male 25-29 division. Jacob's data indicates controlled execution. Noteworthy is his mid-race resilience from miles 4 to 8 with paces consistently improving, culminating in a commendable finish. Participating with Team Cope Running Club, Jacob evidently capitalized on his stamina and strategic pacing. To continue elevating performance, a focus on maintaining early-race paces could further enhance overall outcomes. Keep building on this solid foundation, Jacob!