Twin Colo. biathletes looking toward 2014 Olympics ? Artesia News

DURANGO, Colo. (AP) ? Twins Lanny and Tracy Barnes of Durango are shooting to be the first American biathletes ever to medal at the Olympics.

Both competed in the 2006 Olympics in Turin in the cross-country skiing and shooting event. Lanny represented the U.S. in Vancouver in 2010. The closest either came to the podium was Lanny?s 23rd-place finish in 2010.

But this year, both twins underwent a surgical procedure they hope will elevate their performance in time for the 2014 Olympics.

The Durango Herald (http://bit.ly/Yq3PP8) reported Monday that the surgery was needed because they had compartment syndrome, which can put pressure on parts of the lower leg and damage the muscle.

Though Lanny and Tracy missed the end of this race season, they expect to be fully recovered in time for next season.

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Information from: Durango Herald, http://www.durangoherald.com

Tags: Colorado, Durango, Events, General news, North America, Olympic games, Sports, United States, Winter Olympic games

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