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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Lexie Buckner #40112 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota 5K Run Distance: 3.1 miles

Strong Middle Legs Highlight Positive Race Progression Lexie Buckner showed a commendable effort at the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota, running with the BGHS Shamrockers. Her overall recorded time for the 5K was 29:45, maintaining an average pace of 9:36 min/mile. Impressively, her second-mile split was faster, clocking in at 9:27 min/mile. Lexie improved her position considerably in this segment, climbing from 1122nd to 837th place overall. An improvement in pacing strategy could be beneficial for consistent overall performance. Throughout the race, Lexie demonstrated the potential for enhanced pacing control. Her shifts in speed emphasize the importance of maintaining a steady pace. With attention to pacing at the start, she could potentially harness her mid-race speed for even better results. Lexie finished strong in her division, taking 33rd place among her F40-44 peers, a testament to her ability to stay competitive within her category.