Results/Photos

Date: May 16, 2026 Participant: Sam DeCook #7363 Race: 2026 Ogden 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Impressive Pace Acceleration and Division Victory Sam DeCook from Bountiful, UT delivered an outstanding performance in the 2026 Ogden Marathon 5K event. He completed the 3.1-mile race with a final time of 25:41, achieving an average pace of 8:17 min/mile. Notably, Sam clinched 1st place in the Male 19-24 division, demonstrating his strong ability to compete at a high level within his category. Analyzing his splits reveals a significant improvement in pace as the race progressed. Starting with a first-mile pace of 8:59 min/mile, Sam increased his speed to 8:50 min/mile by the second mile, showing a focused effort to accelerate through the course. His most remarkable split came in the final mile, clocking 7:15 min/mile, reflecting his capacity for strong finishes. A great job maintaining a positive split strategy. Future focus on steady pacing could further elevate performance.