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Date: July 24, 2026 Participant: Kenny Briggs #6094 Race: 2026 Deseret News 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Impressive Consistency and Speed in 5K Performance Kenny Briggs maintained an impressive pace throughout the 5K race at the 2026 Deseret News Marathon, finishing with an overall time of 15:44, averaging a pace of 5:04 per mile. He demonstrated a strong start with a first mile split of 4:52, positioning 1st in his M15-18 division initially. The second mile saw a slight drop in pace to 5:05, resulting in a placement shift to 3rd in the division, highlighting a need to sustain that initial burst of energy. In the final stretch, Briggs wrapped up with a 5:15 pace for the last mile, finishing 7th overall and maintaining the 4th position in his division. Given the aggressive start, maintaining a steady pace in the mid-race phase will be crucial in future races. Competing against a substantial field of 1,474 total participants, his performance was commendable, indicating strong potential with consistent pacing.