Results/Photos

Date: July 24, 2026 Participant: Gage McFarlane #6431 Race: 2026 Deseret News 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Strong Start and Solid Consistency Gage McFarlane demonstrated strong performance in the 2026 Deseret News Marathon 5K with a final time of 16:42, maintaining a steady average pace of 5:23 min/mile. Starting the race with a fast first mile at a pace of 5:01, Gage held a consistent position, ranking 12th overall until the second mile. In the final mile, while the pace slowed slightly to 5:47, he finished the race 25th overall out of 1,474 participants. Despite a change in rank during the third mile, Gages ability to maintain close splits between the first two miles highlights consistency in his performance. In future races, focus on maintaining pace evenly in the latter part of the race could further benefit performance. Overall, Gage's strong start and consistent pacing contributed positively to his performance in the Male 15-18 division.