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Date: July 24, 2025 - Pioneer Day Participant: Zachary Burgess #4980 Race: 2025 Deseret News 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Performance with Notable Splits Zachary Burgess, a 17-year-old from Herriman, UT, demonstrated consistent speed across the 10K course at the 2025 Deseret News Marathon. His overall time of 33:10 translates to an average pace of 5:21 min/mile, placing him 49th among 1,159 participants. Noteworthy was his second mile, completed in 5:09 min/mile, indicating a strong early effort. His place improved throughout, highlighting his pacing and endurance. Throughout the race, Zachary's split times illustrate a balanced performance. Maintaining speeds under 5:30 min/mile for all segments, he consistently improved his positioning, moving from 58th to 42nd before a slight drop-off at the last mile to 47th. To refine his strategy further, focusing on maintaining momentum through the final mile could enhance results in future events. Overall, the race showcased Zachary's talent and potential, particularly within his division where he finished 23rd.