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Date: Dec. 13, 2025 Participant: Riley Lemley #4817 Race: 2025 Phoenix Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Gains and Strategic Pacing Riley Lemley demonstrated a strong performance in the 2025 Phoenix Half Marathon, finishing with a total time of 2:02:21 and an average pace of 9:20 min/mile. Starting steadily with an 8:50 min/mile split for the first mile, Riley maintained a consistent pace throughout, completing most miles in the range of 9:00-9:30 min/mile. Notably, Riley achieved his fastest mile in the 8th segment with a remarkable 8:29 min/mile, showcasing his ability to accelerate as the race progressed. Positioning improved significantly from the second half as Riley climbed in the rankings to finish 533rd in the gender category and 102nd in the M25-29 division out of the 2723 participants. While there was a slight increase in split times in the final miles, staying near a 9:00-9:20 min/mile pace indicates consistent energy management. Focusing on maintaining speed in the final miles could enhance future performances.