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Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Henry McClish #12569 Race: 2026 Surf City Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Performance with a Strong Finish Henry McClish, a 24-year-old from Perris, CA, delivered a consistent pacing strategy at the 2026 Surf City Half Marathon. With an overall time of 1:10:11, Henry averaged a pace of 5:21 min/mile throughout the 13.1-mile course. Excelling in the M20-24 division, he secured an impressive 2nd place among his peers. Notably, his performance placed him 7th in his gender category amidst 12,404 participants. Leading up to mile 6, Henry maintained a steady sub-5:24 pace, showcasing remarkable consistency in each mile. Particularly at mile 11, he accelerated with a split pace of 5:18, reinforcing his high-level endurance. Maintaining a strong pace while staying in the top 10 overall, particularly around the middle section of the race, was a key highlight. To further optimize his results, he might focus on sustaining his quicker pace experienced during the penultimate mile across more segments.