Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Zachary Hardeman #22678 Race: 2025 Portland 10K MindRX Group Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Pace with Strong Finish Zachary Hardeman ran an impressive 10K at the 2025 Portland Marathon, finishing in a time of 39:49 with an average pace of 6:25 min/mile. He secured the 2nd place in the M19-24 division, a commendable achievement among a field of runners. Throughout the race, Hardeman maintained a steady pace, starting with a 6:39 min/mile in the first split and progressively quickening to 6:18 min/mile by the final split. His progression during the race is noteworthy. Hardeman improved his position from 17th to 11th overall by the fourth mile demonstrating effective pacing strategy. Though he slightly slipped to 12th in the fifth mile, he finished strong, reclaiming 13th place overall at the finish line. Consistency and pacing were key strengths, providing a solid foundation for future races. Focusing on sustaining late-race speed could further enhance his impressive performance. Keep training hard; you're making great strides!