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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Jacob Goertz #4228 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pace and Strong Finish Jacob Goertz, 36, from Tigard, OR, maintained an impressive performance at the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest Half Marathon. His finishing time was 1:17:09 with an average pace of 5:53 min/mile. Throughout the race, Jacob displayed remarkable consistency, as evidenced by completing several miles around the 6:00 min/mile mark. Notably, Miles 10, 11, and 12 were run at 5:34, 5:42, and 5:27 min/mile respectively, showcasing a strong finish. In his M35-39 division, Jacob rounded out in 5th place, indicative of a competitive field. Starting off with a solid time of 5:57 for the first mile, his pace variability was mostly compact, ranging between 5:27 and 6:34 min/mile. While earlier miles placed him within the top 20, his swift splits in the later stages enabled a commendable surge, finishing 15th in one stretch. Fine-tuning pace consistency might further elevate future performances.