Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Cate Kugelman #32150 Race: 2026 Surf City 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Steady Start with a Strong Finish Cate, a young runner from Monarch Bay, tackled the Surf City 5K with commendable effort. Starting her race with an 8:28 min/mile pace, she held her own by staying consistent in the top ranges of her age division. Despite a slight drop in pace at mile 2 with an 8:38 min/mile, her splits show resilience and strategy, gaining ground significantly by mile 3. By the end of the race, Cate completed the 5K with an overall time of 27:10, maintaining an average pace of 8:45 min/mile. Displaying improvement during her third mile, Cate moved to the 6th position in her age division at that mark. Finishing as the 9th young runner in the FUnder 15 division out of a large field highlights her capacity to compete effectively. Focusing on mid-race consistency can further enhance her performance in future races.