Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Kieran Connolly #33803 Race: 2026 Surf City 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Pacing with Strategic Finish Kieran Connolly demonstrated a promising race performance in the 2026 Surf City 5K. Displaying consistency, he began with a strong initial mile at a 7:14 min/mile pace, ranking 11th in the Under 15 division. The second split showed a slight deceleration to a 7:37 min/mile pace. Notably, he improved his placement within his division, moving from 11th to 10th. In the final portion, his split pace slowed to 8:06 min/mile, yet he managed to strategically improve his position overall and in his division. He completed the 5K with an overall time of 23:37, maintaining a steady average pace of 7:37 min/mile. Continued focus on maintaining the initial pace throughout the race could further enhance results, contributing to even better division standings in future events. Overall, this was a commendable performance, especially for someone in the Under 15 category.