Date: September 13, 2025 Participant: Jett Hicken #4048 Race: 2025 REVEL Big Cottonwood Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Start, Strategic Finish Jett Hicken from Salt Lake City set a steady pace at the start of the 2025 REVEL Big Cottonwood Half Marathon. Maintaining a consistent 7:56 min/mile pace for the first two miles, Jett showcased strong opening miles with split times of 7:56 each. Notably, at mile 4, Jett accelerated to a 6:53 min/mile, highlighting a peak in performance during the race. The primary challenge came during the latter stages, as the pace slightly dropped, with the final split recorded at 10:32 min/mile over the last mile. Jett completed the half marathon in 1:56:48 with an overall pace of 8:54 min/mile. Out of 3972 participants, he secured a respectable standing, especially within his M25-29 division, placing 137th. While the initial and mid-race performances were consistent, focusing on endurance during the later miles could preserve the pace in future races. Participation with the Pink Pony Club exemplifies solid teamwork and spirit.