Results/Photos

Date: March 29, 2026 Participant: Mykenzie Rice #7156 Race: 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Start with Opportunities for Strategic Adjustments Mykenzie Rice completed the 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly Half Marathon in 2:52:24, exhibiting a steady performance with an average pace of 13:09 min/mile. Her race began with consistent paces of 11:22 and 11:46 min/mile over the first three miles, which contributed to an impressive early position. Her placement for the initial mile was 3646 overall, 1826 in gender and 430 in the F25-29 division, setting a solid foundation early in the race. As the race progressed, Mykenzie's pace slightly slowed, leading to a final placement of 8925 overall, 4720 in gender and 1130 in her age division. Notably, maintaining a more consistent pace in later miles could be beneficial, particularly from miles six to twelve where the pace ranged from 12:16 to 13:10 min/mile. Targeting strategies for pacing in these segments could enhance endurance. Overall, a commendable display of perseverance and dedication throughout the race.