Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Addie Deam #11430 Race: 2026 Mesa Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Strong Start and Consistent Positioning in Division Addie showcased an impressive performance at the 2026 Mesa Marathon with an overall elapsed time of 3:01:14 and an average pace of 6:55 min/mile, placing 3rd in her division F30-34. She maintained a strong start, securing 1st place in her division during several early splits, particularly at miles 1 and 4 with a pace of 6:40 min/mile. Addie's consistent performance in the top three of her division highlights her competitive edge, especially notable in a large race field with over 3,500 participants. Her fastest split was clocked at mile 7 with a pace of 6:28 min/mile. While maintaining a consistent pace, Addie could potentially improve her pacing in the later miles, where some splits observed slight decelerations, such as mile 25 (7:26 min/mile). Overall, she demonstrated a commendable effort, particularly in the first half and remained competitive throughout the marathon. Keep refining those late-race strategies to enhance future performances.