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EnglishWhat Is US Speedskating and What Can You Find on usspeedskating.org?
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US Speedskating is the national governing body for speedskating in the United States, and usspeedskating.org is its public-facing site. Visitors can use it to follow national team news, learn about the short track and long track programs, find a local club or rink, check the events calendar, and get information about membership. It is most useful for people who want to follow U.S. elite speedskating or who are looking for a way to try the sport themselves.
What the organization covers
The site's news and team sections show that US Speedskating oversees both disciplines of the sport:
- Short track — racing on an oval rink in packs, covered on the site through team announcements such as the 2026 Short Track World Tour Team and results like the U.S. Overall Titles.
- Long track — racing on a 400-meter oval, reflected in content such as the introduction of the 2026-27 Long Track National Team.
The site also reports on development activity, including U.S. representation at the Bangkok 2026 ISU Development Short Track Camp, which indicates the organization's scope extends beyond senior national teams to athlete development.
Main sections of the site
| Section | What it offers |
|---|---|
| News | Team announcements, competition results, and season previews (e.g., Desert Classic opening the 26-27 season) |
| Meet the Teams | Rosters and information on national teams |
| About Us / About US Speedskating | Background on the organization, including a History section |
| Membership | Information on joining US Speedskating |
| Events Calendar | Schedule of competitions and events |
| Find A Club | An interactive map for locating a rink or club near you |
| Proud Partners | Sponsors and organizational partners |
Getting started as a new skater
The site explicitly invites newcomers: if you've been inspired by the Olympics and want to try speedskating, the recommended first step is to use the club-finding map to locate a rink or club in your area. The site notes that if you don't see a rink nearby, that isn't necessarily a dead end—many legendary speed skaters came from places without obvious local ice, so it's worth checking the map and then contacting the nearest club about options.
A practical sequence for a beginner:
- Open the Find A Club map and search your region.
- Note any rink or club listed and check its contact details.
- Review the Membership section to understand what joining US Speedskating involves.
- Check the Events Calendar for beginner-friendly or local events.
Who the site is for
- Fans who want current team rosters, results, and season news.
- Aspiring skaters of any age looking for a club, rink, or entry point into the sport.
- Current members checking calendars, membership details, and organizational information.
One practical note: parts of the homepage rely on JavaScript (for the club map and embedded video), so if those elements don't load, enabling JavaScript in your browser will let you use the map and watch site videos.