Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Jake Cooper #32006 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 Start, Progressive Finish Jake Cooper began the 2025 Boulderthon 10K with a strong start, maintaining a steady pace of 8:12 min/mile over the first two miles. His performance was initially consistent, placing 275th overall and maintaining the 39th spot in the M30-34 division. This demonstrates a solid opening, contributing effectively to the competitive field of 2428 participants. However, as the race progressed, splits shifted between 8:58 and 10:00 min/mile from the third mile onward, leading to a slight drop in ranking. Finishing with a total elapsed time of 56:55, Jake maintained a respectable 62nd place in his division. Continued focus on pacing strategies might help mitigate any gradual slowdowns in subsequent races. Overall, Jake's effort and persistence were evident throughout this performance.