Austin, TX UIL Sanctioned Austin ISD

James Bowie High School

TRAIN HARD. PLAY BOLD.

The Bowie High School Golf Team, building champions on the course and in the classroom.

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Our Program

ELEVATE YOUR GAME,
ONE SWING AT A TIME

The James Bowie High School Golf Team is one of Austin's premier high school golf programs. We field Varsity and Junior Varsity teams for both boys and girls, competing in UIL-sanctioned tournaments across the region.

Student-athletes train at Grey Rock Golf Club and Jimmy Clay Golf Course under experienced coaches committed to developing athletic excellence and personal character in equal measure.

The program continues to grow with the support of the Bowie High School Golf Booster Club, bringing in additional resources that strengthen the team's competitive abilities and the individual development of every player.

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Our Teams

BOYS & GIRLS COMPETING
AT EVERY LEVEL

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Boys Golf Team
Boys Program

BOYS GOLF TEAM

33 Players · Varsity & JV

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Girls Golf Team
Girls Program

GIRLS GOLF TEAM

17 Players · Varsity & JV

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Coaching Staff

LED BY EXPERIENCED
EDUCATORS

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Sam Miller
Head Coach
Sam Miller

11th year coaching both boys and girls teams. A Bowie educator since 1998, teaching Algebra 2. University of Texas graduate.

Karl Lauer
Assistant Coach
Karl Lauer

19th year at Bowie HS and 6th year with the golf teams. Also coaches softball. Teaches U.S. History (on-level and AP).

Clint Baty
Assistant Coach
Clint Baty

Lake Travis HS basketball staff for 15 seasons. 394–170 career record, eight district championships, assistant during state tournament appearance. Texas State University graduate.

Jimmy Clayton
Guest Advisor
Jimmy Clayton

Former Head Men's Golf Coach at the University of Texas. A lifelong teacher, mentor, and ambassador for the game.

Dana Johnson
Guest Coach
Dana Johnson

2000 Australian Junior Champion on the Futures Tour and Ladies European Tour. Brings elite international competitive experience to our girls program.

Common Questions

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

Have more questions? Check out the full FAQ or reach out to our coaching staff directly.

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Fall tryouts are held after school on August 25 and August 27 at Jimmy Clay golf course's driving range. Spring season tryouts happen the second week of January.
Practicing at Jimmy Clay is free, including range balls and tournament fees. Players must pay for a Junior Golf Membership at Grey Rock Golf Club for practices there.
Yes, you need to know how to play golf and have experience with tournaments to be on the team.
Practice is Monday through Thursday (weather permitting) at Grey Rock Golf Club and Jimmy Clay Golf Course in Austin.
Yes! Bowie now offers a dedicated golf class during 4th period on A Day. Making the team allows you to add it to your schedule.
Join the Team

READY TO COMPETE?

Tryouts are open to all Bowie students who can play golf. Bring your clubs, your drive, and your A game.

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