Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Cherry Siloju #19553 Race: 2026 Mesa 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Start with High Potential for Growth Cherry began the 10K Mesa Marathon with consistent pacing in the first two miles, clocking 8:42 and 8:41 min/mile respectively. He was placed 7th in his division after the first mile, indicating a strong start. However, as the race continued, there was a noticeable slowdown, particularly between miles 3 and 5. The split for the third mile was 10:36 min/mile, and the split time for the fifth mile was elevated at 12:02 min/mile. This progression suggests a struggle to maintain initial pace in the latter half of the race. By the end, Cherry completed the race in 1:06:08, averaging a pace of 10:40 min/mile overall. He placed 34th in the male 1-14 division, demonstrating competitiveness among his peers. For future races, focusing on pacing strategies may help in evenly distributing effort and maintaining momentum throughout all stages of the race, potentially improving overall performance.