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Date: May 24, 2026 Participant: Kevin McDermott #2271 Race: 2026 Vermont City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pacing and Strategic Surges Kevin McDermott showcased a steady performance at the 2026 M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon with an overall time of 3:32:44. Starting with a 7:48 min/mile pace, Kevin maintained a consistent pace through the first 18 miles, fluctuating between 7:39 and 7:58 min/mile. Notably, his fastest split was a 7:18 min/mile at mile 9, indicating a well-timed surge. After mile 18, Kevin's pace reduced slightly, averaging around 8:52 min/mile from miles 23 to 25. A final push in the last mile kept his overall pace at 8:07 min/mile, securing 62nd in his division out of 62 participants. Future focuses might include training for endurance in the latter half to maintain earlier pacing, as splits at mile 19 and beyond averaged even higher, impacting final standings. Consistency in the early and middle stages paves the way for improvement at the finish.