Melissa Wilcox #19814
10K
February 14, 2026
58:09
Chip Time
9:22
Pace (min/miles)
6.2
Distance
PERFORMANCE
623
2533
Overall
226
1443
Female
38
196
F30-34
Rankings
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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Melissa Wilcox #19814 Race: 2026 Mesa 10K Distance: 6.2 miles
Consistent Pacing with a Strong Finish Melissa Wilcox from Queen Creek, AZ, maintained consistent pacing throughout the 2026 Mesa Marathon 10K, with an overall elapsed time of 58:09 at an average pace of 9:22 min/mile. Notably, she began with a steady 9:32 min/mile pace for the first mile, making her way to 402nd place overall. Her pace gradually improved, hitting her fastest split in the sixth mile at 8:48 min/mile, demonstrating a strong finish and good race strategy. Throughout the race, Melissa experienced some fluctuations in overall placement, but her focus on pacing saw her rebound effectively in the later miles. Her consistent effort earned her 38th place in the Female 30-34 division and 227th among all female competitors. As part of the Slow AF AZ Running Club, her performance contributes positively to the team's activities. For future races, focusing on maintaining speed in the middle sections could further enhance performance.
