Results/Photos

Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Merry Doty #40080 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota 5K Run Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Early Pace with Opportunity in the Final Stretch Merry Doty maintained a steady pace in the first two miles of the 5K race, clocking times of 9:02 for the first mile and 9:04 for the second. Her initial position of 158th in the female category and 28th in her age division indicated a solid start. By maintaining steady splits, Merry demonstrated consistent pacing and strategic endurance in the early stages of the race. In the third mile, the split time slightly increased to 9:21, demonstrating a slight decrease in pace. Despite this, her overall performance was commendable with an average pace of 9:06 min/mile. As a result of this shift, her final positions were 41st in the F30-34 division and 247th among females. Focusing on maintaining a steady pace throughout could further enhance her overall results. Merry's participation in the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest showcases her capability in the team environment as part of ASM.