Date: Sept. 28, 2025 Participant: Dakota Vanecek #42735 Race: 2025 Boulderthon 5K Distance: 3.1 miles Weather: Perfect running weather with temperatures in the 50's to 70's and nice cloud cover

Consistent Effort and Strong Finish Dakota Vanecek, representing Unhinged Adventurers, had a steady performance at the 2025 Boulderthon 5K. At just 11 years old, Dakota maintained a consistent average pace of 23:00 min/mile over the 3.1-mile course. Notably, Dakota's strongest split was the third mile completed in 21:35, highlighting the ability to finish strong. Dakota ranked 46th in the competitive F14 & Under division, showcasing promise in a challenging field. While placement improved slightly towards the end, with an overall place of 1640 and being 953rd among female participants, focusing on pacing strategies could help further improve consistency across all splits. Dakota's steady performance is exemplary given their age and limited race history. Keep nurturing that drive and enthusiasm!