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Date: February 23, 2025 Participant: Ema Berdejo #102 Race: 2025 Pearland Half Kids K Distance: 0.6 miles Weather: Heavy rain at start. Cold. Lightning at times.

Remarkable Effort and Speed in Kids K Ema Berdejo, an 8-year-old from Houston, TX, delivered an impressive performance at the 2025 Pearland Half Marathon's Kids K event. She completed the 0.62-mile race with an elapsed time of 7:58, showcasing a consistent pace of 12:51 per mile. Ema's determination positioned her 7th overall among 32 participants, marking her as a standout performer in the event. Notably, Ema secured 2nd place in both the overall female category and her division, demonstrating exceptional competence and competitiveness. Representing Team Believe, her performance suggests a solid foundation in pacing. To enhance future performances, focusing on maintaining an even pace would be beneficial. As Ema continues her running journey, emphasizing her strengths and refining pacing techniques can further boost her race-day performance.