Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Caroline Messina #16365 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Performance with Opportunities for Pace Refinement Caroline Messina maintained a steady pace throughout the 2026 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon, finishing with an overall time of 2:06:47 and an average pace of 9:40 min/mile. Her performance saw fluctuations particularly after the 8-mile mark, where split times increased to beyond 10 minutes per mile, which shifted her position in overall standings. Her initial pace was strong, beginning with an 8:33 min/mile in the first mile, but the subsequent decrease highlights a key focus area for future races. Her placements shifted from 82nd in her division (F25-29) early on to 142nd by the end. This indicates a competitive start which could be leveraged for sustained effort through the later miles. The consistency in the initial miles suggests that with strategic conditioning and pacing adjustments, her performance could see improved pacing across the race to bolster positions especially in the latter segments. Keep progressing, focusing on maintaining early pace stamina towards race end.