Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Kyle Cayabyab #23898 Race: 2025 Mesa Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Perfect running conditions at 63°F, partly cloudy skies, and a slight breeze from the east in Mesa, AZ.

Consistent Pace with a Strategic Finish Kyle Cayabyab, 19, from Roseville, CA, participated in the 2025 Mesa Marathon, showcasing a consistent performance throughout the race. Over the 26.2-mile course, Kyle maintained an average pace of 9:10 min/mile, finishing with an overall time of 4:00:20. He held his pace under 9 minutes per mile for a substantial part of the race, specifically hitting an 8:29 min/mile split at mile 17, his fastest of the day. Despite a couple of splits exceeding the 10-minute mark, he managed to regain pace effectively. Analyzing placement, Kyle navigated through a competitive field, placing 1068th among the male participants and 127th in his M19-24 age division. Notably, despite the late-race pace deceleration, which is a common occurrence, targeting these splits can be advantageous for energy conservation. As he prepared with the DawgsGottaEat team, with further fine-tuning, reduced variability in split times could enhance his position, especially in the latter stages. Overall, the performance indicates a promising foundation for future improvements.