Date: March 28, 2026 Participant: Dylan Villescas #4417 Race: 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Unseasonably warm. Nice running temperatures at the start.

Consistent Performance With a Strong Finish Dylan Villescas demonstrated remarkable consistency throughout the 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Half Marathon, finishing second overall with a total elapsed time of 1:13:37 and an average pace of 5:37 min/mile. Notably, Dylan improved his position from 7th to 2nd overall over the course of the race, a testament to his strategic pacing and endurance. The first half of the race saw variances in pace, starting with a swift 5:36 mile but slightly slowing to 5:56 by mile 5, before finding a steadier rhythm in the latter stages. His standout split occurred between miles 6 and 7 with a quick 5:14, showcasing an impressive surge in speed that contributed to his advancement in rank. Dylan held this competitive pace, even achieving an individual best split time of 5:25 in mile 8. Maintaining consistent pacing while strategically improving position positions him well for future races, maximizing the benefits of his strong start and finish.