Heartland Racing Series Event #1
US Speedskating sanctioned ability meet held on an Olympic size rink.
2025 Registration
Dates:
Racing: Saturday & Sunday - October 25 - 26
Practice Ice: Friday evening - October 24
Cost: TBD
Schedule: TBD
Format
The format of the Meet is a two-round progression, one heat, and a final for all skaters. The number of finals is based on the number of skaters in the heats. Progression to finals will be determined by the number of skaters in each group and then by position and next fastest.
Example 1: 12 skaters in a group, so 3 heats of 4 skaters. 5 skaters will qualify for the A final. The 1st place skater in each heat plus the next 2 fastest 2nd place skaters. 5 skaters will qualify for the B final. The remaining 2nd place skater, the three 3rd place skaters, and the fastest 4th place skater. The last 2 finishers will make up the C Final.
Example 2: 8 skaters in a group, so 2 heats of 4 skaters. 5 skaters will qualify for the A final, the 1st and 2nd from each heat plus the fastest 3rd place skater. The remaining 3 skaters will go to the B Final.
The Super Events are based on overall points. All athletes will skate in a Super, (A, B, C...) for their longest distance. We are using the USS and ISU new points system, so every finalist will receive points for ranking.
Example of 12 skaters in a group
Heat 1
1 48.99 QA
2 49.09 QA
3 50.21 QB
4 51.47 QB
Heat 2
1 50.21 QA
2 51.24 QB
3 51.54 QB
4 51.88 QC
Heat 3
1 47.25 QA
2 49.25 QA
3 49.58 QB
4 54.25 QC
Required Equipment
Helmet, full finger gloves (preferably cut-proof), eye protection, long sleeves, knee pads, neck protection and shin guards must be worn by all participants. Recommended Equipment: Full-body cut-resistant protection (either integrated into the skin suit or separate).
Divisions
This is an Ability Meet. Skaters will be grouped according to their seed time, with consideration being given to the age of skaters in each group. With the exception of Heartland, divisions may be mixed-gender. Per USS guidelines, all skaters will race on an appropriate-size track.
Heartland - skaters ages 12 and older as of 7/1/24 who meet the qualifying time standard of 1:48.0 for men and 1:58.0 for women in the 1000 meters. The time standard must be from a sanctioned short track meet, from July 1, 2023, or later. There will be two groups, Heartland A and Heartland B. The two groups will be roughly split 50/50 based on times.
New: The ISU "Zero False Starts" rule will apply to all Heartland A and B races.
Ability - Skaters 11 and younger will compete in the Ability Division. Skaters ages 12 and older who do not meet the Heartland qualifying time standard will also compete in the Ability Division. Consideration will be given to the age of skaters in each group.
Novice - This division is for skaters in their first year, and never having raced in a USS or SSC sanctioned meet. If unsure about eligibility, please discuss with the skater's coach or contact the meet director before registering.
Divisions/Groups/Events: TBD
Information
Meet Director - Henry Withers
Assistant Meet Director - Alan Jay
BSC President - Doug Lippa
For additional information contact:
Henry Withers - Henry@buffalospeedskating.org
Phone - 315-440-6764
Photo Credits:
Header photo - Raymond Lin (Potomac Speedskating Club)
Heartland photo - Alan Jay (Buffalo Speedskating Club)
Past Yer's Meets photo - Alan Jay (Buffalo Speedskating Club)
2024 Meet Information
Photos - Hank Wang
(Potomac Speedskating Club)
Photos - Raymond Lin
(Potomac Speedskating Club)
Photos - Alan Jay
(Buffalo Speedskating Club)
Short Track Speed Skating Live
2024 Buffalo Short Track Championship
Schedule / Heat Assignments Race Results
Divisions / Participants
Heartland Racing Series
We are proud to be part of the Heartland Racing Series.
A season-long circuit of short track speed skating open class races to develop passion and skills for racing. Click here for additional information on the series.
Partner Hotels
Hampton Inn Buffalo - Amherst
1601 Amherst Manor Dr., Amherst, NY 14221
716-559-7010
$219 plus tax per night including breakfast.
80 rooms available, the last day to book is Friday, October 10, or until sold out.
To receive this group rate, bookings must be completed using only the link above.
The hotel is adjacent to the rink, about a three-minute walk or a 30-second drive.
Comfort Inn and Suites Buffalo Airport
4345 Genesee Street, Buffalo, NY 14225
716-415-1013
$149 plus tax per night including breakfast.
20 rooms available, the last day to book is Wednesday, September 24, or until sold out.
To receive this group rate, bookings must be completed using only the link above.
The hotel is about a 10-minute drive to the rink.
Fairfield Inn and Suites Buffalo Amherst:
3880 Rensch Rd, Amherst, NY 14228
716-204-8936
$179 plus tax per night including
breakfast.
30 rooms available, the last day to book is Wednesday, September 24, or until sold out.
To receive this group rate, bookings must be completed using only the link above. Please note: when making a reservation, the start date must be changed to Friday, Oct. 24th.
The hotel is about a 8-minute drive to the rink.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Be part of the fastest event on ice in Buffalo!
Contact :Henry Withers - Henry@buffalospeedskating.org
Phone - 315-440-6764
To our 2024 sponsors and partners, thank you for your support!
Short Sleeve T-shirt
Performance 100% moisture-wicking polyester
Cost - TBD
Color - TBD
Location
The Northtown Center at Amherst
1615 Amherst Manor Drive
Williamsville, NY 14221
716-631-7555
