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Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Jacob Ragsdale #34894 Race: 2026 Surf City 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Mid-Race Performance Secures Top Division Finish In the 2026 Surf City 5K, Jacob Ragsdale showcased a steady and competitive performance. His overall time was 21:55, translating to an average pace of 7:04 min/mile. Notably, he placed a commendable 5th in his division, M20-24, demonstrating his strong positioning against peers. Jacob started his race with an impressive first mile, clocking in at 6:51 min/mile, securing him the 6th place in his division from the get-go. Jacob's splits reveal a consistent and strategic approach, with a slight slowdown in the later miles. By mile three, despite a pace of 7:30 min/mile, he maintained his 5th place in the division. Efficient pacing in the early stages benefited his overall standing, as he advanced to a significant improvement to 52nd overall by this stage. As a coach, focusing on maintaining that initial speed through the entirety of the race could improve future outings.