Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Kenneth Kennedy #15935 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pace with Strategic Gains Kenneth Kennedy showcased a strong performance at the 2026 Mesa Marathon with a finishing time of 1:52:24, achieving an average pace of 8:34 min/mile. Notably, Kenneth improved his time from the previous year's half marathon by over three minutes, displaying an enhanced endurance and racing strategy. The progression in pace from 8:48 min/mile to 8:34 min/mile demonstrates a well-managed training regime and race execution. Throughout the race, Kenneth maintained a steady pace across most of the miles, with his best split at mile 5 clocking an impressive 8:15 min/mile. While Kenneth experienced a slight dip in pace at mile 7, he adjusted and finished strong, securing 28th in his division. Continuing to focus on even pacing and stamina will likely contribute to further improvements in future races. Kenneth represented Team World Vision commendably and should be encouraged by this performance.