Results/Photos

Date: February 23, 2025 Participant: Matt Spears #2056 Race: 2025 Pearland Half Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Heavy rain at start. Cold. Lightning at times.

Consistent Pace with Strong Finishes Matt Spears showcased a consistent performance at the Pearland Half Marathon with an overall time of 1:33:28, averaging a pace of 7:08 minutes per mile over the 13.1-mile course. His pacing was notably steady, with minor variations that reflect strategic pacing: from a starting mile split of 7:20 to a faster finish, including a commendable mile at 11 with a split of 6:52. A consistent placement within the Male 40-49 division, frequently holding 4th place, indicates competitiveness in his age group. Focusing on splits reveals strengths and areas for refinement. Notably, Matt accelerated in the latter stage of the race with only minor fluctuations in the middle miles. His final overall rank was 18 out of 260 participants, marking a successful race effort. A future focus point could be maintaining the faster pace seen in miles 8 and 11 to gain further advantage.