Valerie Locke #18959
10K
February 14, 2026
1:08:43
Chip Time
11:04
Pace (min/miles)
6.2
Distance
PERFORMANCE
1253
2533
Overall
573
1443
Female
64
170
F40-44
Rankings
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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Valerie Locke #18959 Race: 2026 Mesa 10K Distance: 6.2 miles
Consistent Performance with Strong Closing Split Valerie Locke from Phoenix delivered a steady pace at the 2026 Mesa Marathon 10K. With an average split pace hovering around the 11:11 min/mile mark for most segments, she maintained consistency throughout the race. Valerie made a notable improvement in the final mile, achieving her fastest split pace of 10:48 min/mile. Her overall time was 1:08:43, with an average pace of 11:05 min/mile. Valerie's dedication was evident as she navigated through the field, where she secured the 64th place in her F40-44 division. Among the 576 female participants, she held strong at position 576. The improvements seen in the split times, particularly the significant drop in pace towards the end, suggest potential for further enhancement in her early race strategy. Joining her team, Slow AF AZ Running Club, has indeed been a great support in her racing journey. Keep up the momentum!
