Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Jake Smelser #25010 Race: 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Perfect running weather with temperatures in the 50's to 70's and nice cloud cover

Consistent Pacing and Notable Progress in Division In the 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon, Jake Smelser showcased remarkable consistency with an overall time of 1:44:45 and an average pace of 7:59 min/mile. Jake started strong with a first-mile split of 8:07 min/mile, maintaining a similar rhythm throughout most of the race. Notably, his fastest split was at mile 11, clocking in at 7:50 min/mile, indicating a well-managed effort towards the end. Despite minor fluctuations, his pacing remained impressively stable. From a strategic standpoint, Jake displayed commendable progress within his division, moving from 13th place in the M15-19 age category at the start to 10th by the race's conclusion. Furthermore, he advanced from 817th overall to finishing in 577th out of 6,546 total participants. Maintaining consistency, particularly around mile 9, where the pace slipped slightly to 8:11 min/mile, could enhance his performance in future races. Overall, Jake's performance was commendable, and his participation with the Goog Squad team added a valuable experience.