Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2026 Participant: Marissa Ciara #11626 Race: 2026 Surf City 10 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Steady Progress and Strong Finish at the 2026 Surf City 10 Marissa Ciara demonstrated determination and progression throughout the 2026 Surf City 10. Beginning with a conservative pace of 38:42 min/mile in the first mile, she ranked 164th in the F 35-39 division. Her pace sharply improved in the following mile to 13:38 min/mile, marking a significant jump in position to 135th in her division. By mile three, her pace quickened further to 12:08 min/mile, demonstrating remarkable consistency and endurance. Marissa crossed the finish line with an impressive overall timing of 1:05:39, her average pace being 21:10 min/mile. Notably, her efforts placed her 162nd in her division among Female 35-39 runners out of a field of 2148. Her persistence in maintaining a faster pace after the first split was commendable. Continuing to focus on these strengths can lead to even faster times in future races. Well-done representing Better Companies!