Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Summer Sousa #33669 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

Consistent Effort with a Strong Mid-Race Surge Summer Sousa demonstrated consistent pacing throughout the 2025 Boulderthon 10K, showcasing a commendable performance. Starting with an initial mile clocked at 10:34, Summer maintained a steady rhythm, finishing with an average pace of 10:22 per mile. Notably, Mile 2 saw a marked improvement, as Summer quickened her pace to 9:37, suggesting she found her stride early in the race. Summer's most notable achievement came in the latter miles. The split for Miles 4 and 5 was particularly impressive, with places improving from an overall rank of 913 to 627. This indicates a well-timed push, reflecting her ability to handle mid-race challenges effectively. Moving forward, maintaining this surge across other sections could further improve her overall performance. Participation from Team Shifties seemed to be an encouraging factor. Keep building on these strengths for future races.