Results/Photos

Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Shay Melo #1957 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Steady Progress with Strong Finish at Half Marathon Exhibiting steady progress through the race, Shay Melo began her half marathon with a 10:35 min/mile pace for the first mile, improving notably by the third mile to a swift 9:29 min/mile. Shay maintained an average pace around the 10-minute mark throughout the event. A particularly strong section for Shay was from miles 5 to 9, where she recorded consistent paces below 10:10 min/mile, demonstrating her ability to sustain effort over long stretches. Of particular note was Shay's final stretch, with a strong finish of 8:57 min/mile in mile 10, showcasing her ability to find energy late in the race. Her final pace across the full event was 10:03 min/mile, highlighting her consistent effort. Out of 4421 total participants, Shay placed 746th among females, with a division placement of 163rd in the F30-34 categorya commendable achievement. Enhancing split timings in the second half could yield even better results.