Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Scott Eames #21378 Race: 2025 Portland 10K MindRX Group Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Start, Strong Finish Scott Eames delivered a steady performance at the 2025 Portland Marathon 10K MindRX Group event, starting off with consistent pacing. Through the first two miles, Scott maintained a uniform split pace of 9:40 min/mile, securing a position of 364th overall and 36th in the M35-39 division. This is a solid start indicating a well-sustained effort at the outset. By the third mile, Scott improved his split to 9:29 min/mile, moving up in the rankings. In the latter section, Scott encountered a slower pace, particularly during miles four and five, both clocking in at 17:03 min/mile. Nevertheless, he managed to quicken his pace to 10:18 min/mile in the final mile, which aided in finishing strong at an overall time of 1:15:11. This improvement suggests a commendable ability to recover and push through challenging segments. Consistency and a focused effort on pace maintenance could further enhance future performance.