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Short Track is competed on 100 meter x 200 meter Olympic Size hockey rink. The track is 111.12 meters. All racing is done in a group (or pack).
Long Track is competed on a 400 meter oval. All racing is done in a head to head match up against the clock.
Doing both disciplines allows for more exposure on the international scene. Many World Cups are televised not only in the U.S., but also in many other countries around the World.
For now, Ryan plans on trying out for both the Short and Long Track Olympic Teams. No one has ever competed in two sports at a single Olympic Games.
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