Results/Photos

Date: July 24, 2025 - Pioneer Day Participant: Bradley Ekstrom #4183 Race: 2025 Deseret News 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Pacing with a Promising Start Bradley Ekstrom, 18, from Ogden, UT, showcased consistent pacing throughout the 2025 Deseret News Marathon 10K. His performance started with an impressive opening mile at 5:12, placing him 24th overall. Notably, his fastest split was the second mile, completed in 5:00, demonstrating a strong pace maintenance. The latter miles saw a slight increase in split times, with the fifth mile at 5:32, but he maintained a steady overall pace, finishing with an average of 5:20 per mile. Bradley completed the race in 33:04, ranking 21st in the M15-18 division among many strong competitors. His remarkable start sets a solid foundation for future races. He navigated the course effectively, even with the challenged placed drops later in the race. Working on endurance for the final miles could further enhance future race outcomes. His performance is commendable, especially at such a young age and in a competitive field.