Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2026 Participant: Jamie Clark #10068 Race: 2026 Surf City 10 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Strong Finish with Impressive Mid-Race Pace Gain Jamie Clark made significant strides in the 2026 Surf City 10 5K race, showcasing a stellar improvement in pace between the first and second mile. Starting with a split pace of 26:24 min/mile for the first mile, Jamie accelerated to a faster split pace of 14:44 min/mile in the second mile. This improvement moved Jamie up 599 positions in the overall standings and advanced her placement in the Female 25-29 division from 122nd to 77th. Maintaining momentum, Jamie completed the race with a final time of 54:29 and an average pace of 17:34 min/mile over the 3.1 miles. The second mile played a crucial role in improving overall performance, demonstrating a capacity for maintaining a higher speed once it was attained. Consistency in the later stages ensured a strong finish, placing Jamie comfortably within the top half of her division. Keep focusing on harnessing that mid-race efficiency for future races.