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Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Stephen Sloan #2507 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Effort and Strong Finish Stephen Sloan delivered a steady performance throughout the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K, maintaining an impressive average pace of 5:55 min/mile. His quick start included a strong mile with a split of 6:07 in the first mile. Notable was his response between miles 6 and 7, where he achieved his fastest split of 5:30. This late-race surge helped improve his standing, allowing him to finish 93rd out of 26,545 participants. His consistency in pace is commendable, particularly in maintaining sub-6-minute miles across multiple segments. A small drop in pace was observed during the climb on Hayes Hill, where he posted a 6:29 mile. Focusing on hill climbing strategies might provide additional gains. Overall, his finish within the top 100 highlights his endurance and competitive spirit. As a member of the West Valley Track Club Men's B, his performance reflects positively on both himself and his team.