Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Haeli Gutierrez #31237 Race: 2026 Surf City 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Strong Finish After a Tactical Start Haeli Gutierrez executed a strategic race at the 2026 Surf City 5K. She started the first mile with a split time of 11:45, pacing herself at 11:45 minutes per mile, strategically placing 2nd in her division and 10th among females. The second mile showcased her speed with a swift 4:45 split, improving her pace dramatically to 4:45 per mile, maintaining her hold on 2nd in division and gender spot. In the final stretch, Haeli completed mile three in 5:19, achieving her fastest pace of 7:16 per mile, despite a slight movement to 3rd in her division. Overall, she completed the race in 22:38 with an average pace of 7:18 per mile, placing 4th in the F25-29 division amidst 5020 runners. Excellent acceleration from the start to finish indicates impressive potential. For future races, consider maintaining a steady pace throughout to conserve energy for a stronger closing mile.