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Date: July 24, 2025 - Pioneer Day Participant: Stephen Bentley #4824 Race: 2025 Deseret News 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Pacing Leads to Strong Finish in 10K Stephen Bentley, a 17-year-old from Layton, UT, delivered a commendable 10K race at the 2025 Deseret News Marathon with an overall time of 36:57. He maintained a solid average pace of 5:57 min/mile across the 6.2-mile course. Notably, Stephen improved his placement steadily throughout the race, moving from 116th overall at the first mile to 95th by the finish line. This consistency in pacing and placement shows potential for future races, highlighting his ability to adapt and maintain speed. His most impressive split came in the last mile, where he achieved a time of 5:37. The improvement from his first mile pace of 6:18 indicates endurance and strong finish capabilities. For future improvement, maintaining the speed achieved in the final miles throughout the entire race could elevate his performance further. Stephen’s strong finish marks a promising indication of his racing potential and strengths in endurance.