Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Tess Messan #21956 Race: 2025 Portland 10K MindRX Group Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Pacing with a Strong Finish Tess Messan demonstrated consistent pacing throughout the 2025 Portland Marathon 10K MindRX Group event. Her elapsed pace was 17:11 minutes per mile, finishing with a total time of 1:46:36. Tess began with a steady 17:27 for the first mile, and despite a slight slowdown in mile 3 with an 18:28 pace, she adjusted remarkably in the latter half of the race. Her strongest miles were the fourth and fifth, both covered in 16:35. Strategically, maintaining focus on pace consistency in the middle portions of the race could enhance Tess's overall performance. The adjustments made after mile 3 resulted in a final mile pace of 16:10, signaling strong closing ability. Her progress, particularly in returning to quicker splits, aligns well with her contribution to the Doernbecher Dinos team. Tess should take note of these strengths as she prepares for future events.