Results/Photos

Date: September 21, 2025 Participant: Owen Pruim #4 Race: 2025 Bellingham Bay Marathon Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Strong Start, Consistent Efforts, and a Competitive Finish The race began with a solid start, clocking an impressive 6:45 minute mile and securing an early position of 13th overall. Notably, a second-place finish in the M20-24 division marked excellent competitive engagement. Through the halfway point, the pace remained consistent, with steady split times between 7:04 and 7:09 minutes per mile, reflecting disciplined pacing strategies. In the latter stages, it was evident that a slight deceleration occurred, with splits slightly over 7:30 pace. However, a commendable effort was visible as you maintained your second-place spot in your division throughout, and overall position varied minimally. Particularly, the 20th-mile finish in 16th place overall showed a surge in effort. Communication between your pace and the elapsed time suggests a clear strategy, maintaining a smooth cadence and managing energy distribution effectively. Consider focusing on maintaining pace in the final miles to sustain momentum.