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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Josh Gavin #15432 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pace with Strong Finish Josh Gavin from Phoenix ran a steady race in the 2026 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon. He maintained a consistent overall pace of 6:53 min/mile, finishing the 13.1 miles in a time of 1:30:16. His initial mile set the tone with a 6:53 pace, while he showed improvement in mile two with his fastest split at 6:33. Throughout the race, he managed to keep each mile within a narrow pace range, showcasing impressive consistency across all 13 miles. Josh's race strategy paid off with a strong finish in the top half of his Male 19-24 Division, ranking 24th out of 26. Notably, he improved his overall placement by 70 spots from mile 1 to mile 13, highlighting perseverance and endurance. For future races, maintaining this steady pace while seeking small improvements in the middle miles could enhance overall performance even further. Keep up the great work!