Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Naiyah Lopez #33435 Race: 2026 Surf City 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Excellence: Top Division Finish Naiyah Lopez, a 12-year-old from Yorba Linda, CA, delivered an impressive performance at the 2026 Surf City 5K. She finished with an overall time of 21:03 and maintained an average pace of 6:47 min/mile. Notably, Naiyah secured 1st place in the FUnder 15 division throughout each mile marker and concluded with a top finish in her category. Beginning with a strong first mile at 6:32, she maintained competitive splits with a second mile at 6:49 and slightly slowed in the third to 7:08. Naiyah achieved remarkable standings, placing 8th among females and 57th overall out of 5,020 participants. Her consistent pace demonstrates great stamina and control. A small decrease in speed over the final mile suggests that focusing on maintaining pace consistency could further optimize performance. Overall, this race showcased Naiyah's talent and strong potential for future events.