Results/Photos

Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Nora Skoglund #4195 Race: 2025 Whidbey Island 5K Distance: 3.1 miles Weather: Clear and cool. Perfect running conditions

Nora's Progression and Resilience Nora, an 8-year-old from Oak Harbor, WA, has shown impressive consistency and growth over the course of the 2025 Whidbey Island 5K. Her split times highlight steady improvement: starting with a 12:40 min/mile for the first mile, moving to 12:33 min/mile for the second, and culminating in an impressive 11:55 min/mile pace for the third mile. Overall, her average pace was 12:21 min/mile for the race. In her category (F1-9), she secured the fifth place, demonstrating a strong performance against peers. Her overall position improved remarkably from 168th at the first mile to 146th by the end. For a young runner, this consistency and incremental pacing strategy are commendable. Focusing on maintaining a steady pace earlier might bring further improvements and help sustain energy for the final push in future races.