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Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Elijah Cox #4102 Race: 2025 Whidbey Island 5K Distance: 3.1 miles Weather: Clear and cool. Perfect running conditions

Pacing Mastery and Strong Finish Highlight 5K Performance Elijah Cox, a 13-year-old runner from Lake Stevens, WA, showcased exceptional pacing and strategy during the 2025 Whidbey Island 5K. He began with a solid 7:12 minute/mile pace and ranked high early on with a fourth place overall and third in the male division for the first mile. Elijah's consistent capability shone through as he sped up slightly in the second mile with a 7:29 split, which enabled him to move into first place overall and in his division. The standout performance came in the third mile, where Elijah significantly increased his pace to 6:13 minute/mile, maintaining his first-place face in all categories. Finishing the race with an impressive 6:57 overall pace, Elijah completed the 5K in 21:32, securing the top place among 329 participants. Consider working on a consistent pace in the middle segment to enhance energy distribution for possible future events. Overall, a commendable and successful race.