Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Shannon Madden #12535 Race: 2026 Mesa Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pace with Notable Early Splits Shannon Madden from Mesa, AZ maintained a strong and steady performance at the 2026 Mesa Marathon, achieving an overall time of 4:16:04 with an average pace of 9:46 min/mile. Her splits consistently hovered close to her average pace, with notable early splits including a 9:10 and an impressive 8:59 at miles 7 and 8. These efforts placed her in several promising positions, such as 79th in her division at mile 8. Additionally, her overall rank was 1709 out of 3509 participants, while she secured the 638th position among female participants. Towards the end of the race, the pace slightly decelerated, evident from the split times of over 10 minutes per mile in the latter stages. Focusing on sustained pacing and consistent speed in the final miles could enhance performance. Connecting with her team, SOMA Run Club, could offer further strategic insights and methods for targeted pacing improvements.