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Australian saw Razorbacks as better option in long run

FAYETTEVILLE -- Jack Bruce expected to improve as a distance runner when he made the decision a year ago to transfer to Arkansas.

That's why Bruce gave up a full scholarship at UALR to join the Razorbacks as a walk-on.

Jack Bruce at a glance

COLLEGE Arkansas

SPORT Cross country and track and field

CLASS Sophomore

HOMETOWN Brisbane, Australia

AGE 21 (born Aug. 31, 1994)

NOTEWORTHY Ranks fourth in the SEC in the 1,500 meters (3:41.67) and 5,000 (13:54.15). … Finished 23rd at the NCAA Cross Country Championships in the fall.