Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Amelia Mitchell #20352 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing Leads to a Strong Finish Amelia Mitchell's performance at the 2026 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon showcased an impressive display of consistent pacing and gradual improvement. Starting with a first mile at a 10:24 pace, she steadily increased her speed, completing her fastest mile at a 9:10 pace by the 13th mile. Her overall pace was 9:59 min/mile, finishing the race with an official time of 2:10:57. Notably, her strongest placement within her division came during the final mile, indicating a well-managed effort throughout the race. Throughout the event, Amelia demonstrated consistent pacing, especially noticeable during the mid-to-late race miles 7 to 12, where she maintained a pace ranging from 9:31 to 10:27 min/mile. Ending on a high note, her final placements improved as the race progressed, culminating in being 113th in the F19-24 division. Teaming with the Foothills Running Club seemed to support her approach, ensuring a solid performance by maintaining control and executing a strong finish. For future races, further focusing on early race pacing might enhance her overall result.