Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Nick Yockey #13108 Race: 2025 Portland Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Steady Progress and Strong Splits in 2025 Race Nick Yockey's performance at the 2025 Portland Marathon shows impressive improvements compared to the previous year. Recording an overall time of 3:37:54, Nick achieved an average pace of 8:19 min/mile, finishing 493rd out of 3,445 total participants. This represents a significant improvement from the 2024 Marathon, where Nick completed the race in 4:03:14 with a 9:17 min/mile pace. Notably, Nick's ranking jumped considerably within the same age group category, from 130th to 83rd out of an increasing competitive field. Nick maintained a consistent pace throughout the race, with several standout moments. The most notable early surge was between miles 4 and 5, where he maintained a swift 7:48 min/mile pace. Mid-race consistency was demonstrated by maintaining sub-8:20 min/mile paces across multiple stretches, particularly around the 19 to 20-mile mark. Continued focus on closing the gap between early and later splits could further enhance performance. Congratulations on this improved performance!