Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Emily Sisson #23505 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 Pacing Leads to Dominant Finish Emily Sisson, from Phoenix, AZ, delivered an exemplary performance at the 2025 Mesa Marathon 10K. With an average pace of 5:11 min/mile, Emily secured the top spot among female participants, covering the 6.2-mile course in an impressive 32:08. Notably, Emily's performance set her apart as she claimed first place in both her gender and division. Her splits reveal a well-managed race strategy. Starting strong with a first mile time of 5:26, she consistently maintained near the 5:20 min/mile range across the course. Emily's standout split occurred in the sixth mile with a remarkable pace of 4:27. Ranked 11th overall in a field of 2,107 participants, her ability to keep consistent positions from start to finish was a key highlight. Continuing to develop these pacing strategies in races could prove beneficial in Emily’s future competitions.