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Date: May 9, 2026 Participant: Steven Youngblood #3257 Race: 2026 Santa Barbara Wine Country Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Performance Secures Top Placement Steven Youngblood delivered an impressive performance at the 2026 Santa Barbara Wine Country Half Marathon, maintaining a steady pace to complete the 13.1-mile course in 1:13:19. His average pace was consistent, logging 5:35 minutes per mile. Steven achieved a commendable 3rd place overall, also securing 3rd in the male category and the M30-34 division. Despite the fluctuation in split times, like the 6:10 split at mile 7 followed by a swift 5:22 on mile 8, Steven demonstrated resilience and steady pacing. Notably, his second to last split was his fastest at 5:19. Focusing on maintaining consistency during pacing for future races, particularly in the mid-race section, could further enhance his competitive edge. Congratulations on an outstanding performance in a field of 2,211 participants!