Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Donna LaBelle #22533 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.

Steady and Strong Performance with Consistent Splits Donna LaBelle demonstrated consistent pacing throughout the 10K at the 2025 Mesa Marathon. With an average pace of 12:30 min/mile, Donna's performance showcased steady effort across the race. A noteworthy aspect of her race was her pace management, particularly evident in the sixth mile where she improved the split pace to 11:55 min/mile, marking it as her fastest mile. Over the course of 6.2 miles, Donna maintained a level of performance that held her division placement tightly between 26th and 33rd among her peers aged 60-64. Donna's final time was an impressive 1:17:31, positioning her at 607th in the female category out of 2107 participants. Focusing on maintaining the faster pace seen in mile six could provide further opportunities in future events. Congratulations on a successful race with the East Valley Runners team!