Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Goose Pedraza #31922 Race: 2025 Boulderthon 10K Distance: 6.2 miles Weather: Perfect running weather with temperatures in the 50's to 70's and nice cloud cover

Strategic Gains with Strong Splits in Boulderthon 10K Goose Pedraza exhibited a well-paced performance at the 2025 Boulderthon 10K, starting with a strong first mile at 5:38. His consistent pace saw him climb the rankings quickly, achieving top placements in the early stages: 5th in the first mile, advancing to 3rd overall by mile two, and reaching 1st for the third split. He maintained a solid 5:45 min/mile pace at the halfway mark. Despite a slower fifth mile (7:57 min/mile), Goose executed a solid finish with a slight pace recovery, clocking in at 6:00 for the final split. Finishing 4th overall among 2,428 participants in 38:29 shows impressive resilience and ability to adjust. Continued focus on maintaining later race pacing consistency could further enhance his overall performance. Analyzing and strategizing pacing adjustments may prove beneficial for Goose in future events.