New Rockford-Sheyenne Golfer Commits to Alexandria Tech

Jackson Schumacher will continue his golf career at the collegiate level after accepting a scholarship offer.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 12:00am

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Jackson Schumacher, a senior at New Rockford-Sheyenne High School and one of the top high school golfers in the state, has committed to continue his golfing career at Alexandria Technical and Community College in Minnesota. Schumacher, who has qualified for the state golf tournament three years in a row, was offered a scholarship by the Alexandria College coaches to join their golf program starting this fall.

Why it matters

Schumacher's commitment to Alexandria Tech represents an exciting opportunity for a talented young athlete to take his golf game to the next level. As one of the state's top high school golfers, his decision to join the Alexandria College program highlights the school's growing reputation for developing skilled collegiate golfers.

The details

Schumacher cited the college's golf facilities, coaching staff, and the surrounding lakes as key factors in his decision to commit to Alexandria Tech. He has been golfing since a young age, with his father Lucas Schumacher introducing him to the sport when he was just a baby. Schumacher is hoping to win the state golf tournament this year and help his high school team qualify for state again, after they did so for the first time since 1969 last year.

  • Schumacher has qualified for the state golf tournament three years in a row.
  • Last year, Schumacher's high school team qualified for the state tournament for the first time since 1969.
  • The 2023 high school golf season kicks off in April.

The players

Jackson Schumacher

A senior at New Rockford-Sheyenne High School and one of the top high school golfers in the state of North Dakota, who has committed to continue his golfing career at Alexandria Technical and Community College in Minnesota.

Lucas Schumacher

Jackson Schumacher's father, who introduced him to golf at a young age and has encouraged and supported his son's golfing journey.

Josh Lang

One of the golf coaches at Alexandria Technical and Community College, who reached out to Schumacher last fall and offered him a scholarship to join their program.

Brett Larson

The other golf coach at Alexandria Technical and Community College, who worked with Josh Lang to recruit Schumacher to their program.

New Rockford-Sheyenne Rockets

The high school golf team that Jackson Schumacher has represented, which qualified for the state tournament for the first time since 1969 last year.

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What they’re saying

“I visited a couple colleges and I thought Alexandria had a nice campus, great golf facilities and practice venues, not to mention the lakes in the area – I also enjoy fishing.”

— Jackson Schumacher, High School Golfer

“They outlined what the season and practice schedules will look like for the upcoming year and they've shared different tactics for me to focus on while finishing my high school career and gearing up for college golf this fall.”

— Jackson Schumacher, High School Golfer

“My favorite memory so far is when we qualified for State as a Team last year.”

— Jackson Schumacher, High School Golfer

“My dad has had me golfing since I could hold a club – I didn't even make it home from the hospital after I was born before stopping by the golf course my dad worked at.”

— Jackson Schumacher, High School Golfer

“I'm looking forward to getting to focus on just one sport and continue to golf, which is my favorite sport. I am excited to spend time on different courses and continue to hopefully dial in my game.”

— Jackson Schumacher, High School Golfer

What’s next

Schumacher will look to cap off his high school golfing career with a state championship this spring before joining the Alexandria Tech program in the fall.

The takeaway

Schumacher's commitment to Alexandria Tech represents the continued growth and development of the college's golf program, as well as the dedication and talent of one of North Dakota's top high school golfers. His journey from a young golfer introduced to the sport by his father to a collegiate scholarship recipient showcases the power of hard work, passion, and family support.