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Lead Stories: Sunday, September 7, 2008

Accustomed to winning, University of Wisconsin may be on the verge of losing Schumacher

Posted August 6th, 2007 at 11:05 AM by Jessica Galvano

Section: News & Results, Cross Country

The University of Wisconsin has long been reputed as a cross country powerhouse. Much of the Badger’s athletic distinction is owed to head coach and former All-American, Jerry Schumacher. Once a celebrated distance runner at UW, Schumacher’s now off-the-course contribution has garnered further successes for his alma mater. With five consecutive years of nationally acclaimed cross country and a 2005 NCAA title, the UW dynasty could now be in jeopardy of possible defeat: losing Schumacher.

Recently, the University of California has offered Schumacher the opportunity to replace Chris Huffins as director of the University’s track and cross country programs. A move to California, while not entirely devastating to a solid Wisconsin team, would nonetheless, negate the momentum Schumacher has brought to UW during his nine years as head coach.
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WEEK 1: National Collegiate Cross-Country Rankings

Posted September 27th, 2006 at 2:56 PM by Martha Jones

Section: News & Results, Cross Country

Week 1’s USTFCCCA rankings were announced this past Tuesday (9/26/06). Wisconsin, the defending champion men’s team, remains at the top of rankings. On the women’s side, Stanford XC leads the way.

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