Results/Photos

Date: Dec. 13, 2025 Participant: Connor Companik #1861 Race: 2025 Phoenix Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Steady Start, Gradual Decline Connor Companik demonstrated a commendable initial performance at the 2025 Phoenix Marathon, where his pace was notably consistent in the first half. The initial mile was clocked at an impressive 7:04 min/mile, ranking him 104th overall. Maintaining times slightly over seven minutes per mile for the first eight miles, Connor was able to stay within the top 225 overall, showcasing his endurance and pacing strategies. While Connor maintained a steady pace for most of the race, there was noticeable deceleration starting from mile 18, where he recorded splits of over 8:00 min/mile. Mile 24 saw a significant slowdown with a split of 9:45, contributing to an overall average pace of 7:40 min/mile. This suggests a focus on endurance training could be beneficial. Connor's finish positioned him 50th in his division, a respectable placement amongst his peers from the Phoenix Catholic Run Club. Keep refining those finishes for even more impressive results next time!