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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Jennifer Pinker York #16744 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pace and Strong Finish in the Half Marathon Jennifer York from Spring Hill, KS, showcased remarkable consistency in the 2026 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon, maintaining a solid average pace of 13:43 min/mile over a 13.1-mile course. Notably, mile 3 was completed in a swift 13:17, the fastest split time recorded for her during the race. Her total race time was 2:59:44, consistently capturing a steady tempo throughout the event. Progressing through the miles, Jennifer improved her positioning, significantly moving up in the rankings during miles 8 and 13. Areas for improvement could involve shortening her time on mile 4, where the split pace of 15:05 was substantially slower than her average. Despite this, it's commendable that Jennifer effectively regained her speed in the latter half of the race. Her performance reflects well on her team, KC Twisters, and underscores her potential to further improve her pacing strategy for better placement in future events. Excellent work, especially with the strong finish!