Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Jessica Higgins #24812 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 Performance with Strong Mid-Race Splits Jessica Higgins completed the 2025 Boulderthon Half Marathon in 1:38:36, maintaining an impressive average pace of 7:31 min/mile. Notably, her pace remained steady through the first half, with initial splits between 7:35 and 7:37 minutes per mile. By the midpoint, her pacing showed improvement, as she managed two consecutive 7:25 splits at miles 5 and 6, demonstrating her ability to maintain focus and speed as the race progressed. In terms of placement, Jessica ranked 331st overall, 81st among females, and held a consistent performance in her division, placing 9th in F40-44. Her pacing was particularly strong in the second half, notably with a stellar 7:13 split at mile 12, indicating a well-managed energy expenditure throughout the event. For future races, maintaining the endurance demonstrated in the first half while sustaining faster paces in latter miles could further her competitive edge.