Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Geoffrey Purcell #22154 Race: 2025 Portland 10K MindRX Group Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Pacing with a Strong Mid-Race Surge Geoffrey Purcell showcased commendable consistency during the 2025 Portland Marathon's 10K MindRX Group event. He maintained an initial steady pace of 10:41 min/mile for the first three miles, securing consistent positions at 609th overall and 351st among male participants. This demonstrates his ability to sustain a strong start in competitive field conditions. A notable highlight was Geoffrey's impressive mid-race acceleration. From miles 4 to 5, he improved his pace to 10:18 min/mile, advancing significantly in placement to 277th overall and 158th in the male category. Although his pace slightly slowed to 10:51 min/mile in the final mile, he completed the race with an overall pace of 10:33 min/mile in a time of 1:05:25. For future races, focusing on maintaining his mid-race pacing throughout could enhance his overall performance and finishing position. Great effort representing Neighborhood Health Center!