Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Stephanie Bruce #23357 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 Excellence with Strong Finish Stephanie Bruce demonstrated remarkable consistency in the 2025 Mesa Marathon 10K event. Throughout the race, she maintained a strong pace, starting with an impressive 5:34 min/mile in the first mile. Her splits show a commendable effort at the halfway mark, clocking in at 11:09 with a steady 5:34 min/mile pace. Notably, she achieved her fastest split in the sixth mile with a 4:41 min/mile pace, indicating a strong finish. Overall, Stephanie completed the race in 33:25, maintaining an average pace of 5:23 min/mile, and secured a 2nd place finish in her gender and division. Her strategic pacing helped maintain her position throughout, evidenced by her consistent standings in the overall and gender-specific categories. Focus on maintaining or improving this strong finish should drive future performance, as she adapts her racing strategy for additional gains in efficiency and speed.