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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Kennedy Ronayne #14339 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pace Yields Strong Division Finish Kennedy Ronayne, hailing from South Lyon, MI, completed the 2026 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon with an impressive elapsed time of 1:19:05. Her average pace throughout the race was a steady 6:02 min/mile. She secured a commendable 4th place in the F25-29 division with 4125 participants overall. Her performance was marked by consistent splits, with only slight variations, exemplifying her ability to maintain a strong pace over distance. Throughout the race, Kennedy exhibited notable pacing skills. Her splits varied slightly, starting with a 5:57 min/mile and peaking at a 6:14 min/mile at mile 10. It might be useful to examine mile 10, as the pace was the slowest there. Despite minor deceleration, she persisted and finished robustly. With her efficient pacing strategy, Kennedy's placement among the top in her division is commendable and highlights her competitive edge.