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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Jessica Daffron-Purtell #33814 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota 8K Distance: 5.0 miles

Strong Performance Highlighted by Consistent Pacing Jessica Daffron-Purtell demonstrated consistent pacing throughout the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest 8K. With a final time of 32:29, she maintained an average pace of 6:32 min/mile. A notable highlight occurred during the third mile, where Jessica improved her division placement significantly, going from the 10th to the 3rd position. Jessica's ability to maintain a strong pace towards the finish shows her determination and skill. Her split times reveal overall consistency, with only minor fluctuations. The fastest split was the second mile at 6:21 min/mile, while the third mile had a slight slowdown with a split pace of 6:51 min/mile. She managed to finish 13th in the F30-34 division and 45th among women, which is quite impressive given the total field of 5,185 participants. Consider focusing on maintaining that pace from miles two and four to create a more even split across the race. Keep up the great work!