Date: Sept. 12, 2026 Participant: Mason Snell #2179 Race: 2026 REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Strong Performance with a Consistent Pace Mason Snell maintained a solid performance throughout the 2026 REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon, completing the race in 2:54:09. He achieved an impressive average pace of 6:38 minutes per mile, securing 18th overall and 16th in the gender category. Notably, Mason excelled in his division, achieving 2nd place for males aged 25-29. His best mile was recorded at 5:51, showcasing his ability to maintain speed. The early stages saw Mason starting at a pace of 6:05 minutes per mile in the first mile, which adjusted to a steady 6:13 to 6:20 pace range in subsequent miles. His performance showed resilience, especially from miles 6 to 15 where he maintained a sub-6:20 pace. It may be beneficial for Mason to explore strategies for maintaining early pacing in the closing miles, as his pace slowed notably after mile 20. Overall, a commendable performance with several strong splits.