Jerry Schumacher (born August 6, 1970)[1] is an American coach for track and field and cross country. Since 2022, he has been the head coach of the University of Oregon's track and field and cross country programs. He has also served as the head coach for the Bowerman Track Club, where he has coached several high profile athletes. Before his tenure at the Bowerman Track Club, he was the head coach at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Jerry Schumacher | |
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| Born | August 6, 1970[1] |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | University of Wisconsin-Madison |
| Occupation(s) | Coach for track and field and cross country running |
| Years active | 1997–present |
| Employers | |
Coaching
editSchumacher began his coaching career as an assistant coach at the University of North Carolina in 1997.[2][3] The following year, he accepted a job offer from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, becoming a head coach at age 28.[4] Under his direction, the program won two NCAA titles. In June 2008, Schumacher moved to the Nike Oregon Project, attracting several former Wisconsin athletes to continue under his coaching. In 2014, Schumacher became the head coach of the Bowerman Track Club, a Nike-sponsored group based in Eugene, Oregon. In this position, he coached numerous Olympians, including Mohammed Ahmed, Grant Fisher, Evan Jager, and Elise Cranny. In July 2022, the University of Oregon appointed Schumacher as the head coach for its cross country and track teams.[5][6] He retained his position as the coach of the Bowerman Track Club, coaching both collegiate and professional athletes simultaneously. According to the Oregonian, Schumacher's seven-year contract with the University of Oregon amounted to $3.4 million.[7]
Personal
editSchumacher competed collegiately for the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he specialized in the 1500 metres.[4] He set a personal best of 3:39.46 in the event in 1993.[1] Schumacher is the father of 4 children.[3]
References
edit- ^ a b c Jerry Schumacher at World Athletics
- ^ Metzker, Graham (July 11, 2022). "Oregon Hires Jerry Schumacher as Track and Field, Cross Country Head Coach". Sports Illustrated. Archived from the original on July 13, 2022. Retrieved February 14, 2024.
- ^ a b "Jerry Schumacher - Head Coach - Staff Directory". University of Oregon Athletics. Archived from the original on March 19, 2023. Retrieved February 14, 2024.
- ^ a b Roach, Karen (2009). "Togetherness of the Long Distance Runners". On Wisconsin. Archived from the original on February 14, 2024. Retrieved February 14, 2024.
- ^ Hansen, Chris (August 4, 2022). "New Oregon track and field coach: 'It's a privilege and a wonderful opportunity'". The Register-Guard. Archived from the original on February 13, 2024. Retrieved February 13, 2024.
- ^ Lorge Butler, Sarah (July 11, 2022). "Jerry Schumacher Named Coach of University of Oregon Track and Field and Cross Country". Runner's World. Archived from the original on February 6, 2023. Retrieved February 14, 2024.
- ^ Crepea, James (August 5, 2022). "Contract details for Oregon Ducks cross country, track and field coach Jerry Schumacher". Oregonian. Archived from the original on May 27, 2023. Retrieved February 14, 2024.