Cole Bowman wins playoff to qualify for state golf tournament
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 2:55 AM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Cole Bowman of Crestview secured a spot at the Division III state golf tournament after winning a playoff at Stone Ridge Golf Club on October 1. He carded a score of 79 during the district tournament, tying with two others for the fourth at-large bid. In the playoff, Bowman recorded impressive drives of 380 and 350 yards, ultimately securing victory with a birdie on the second hole. Bowman's performance marks a significant achievement for Crestview, as he will be the first state qualifier from the school since 2014. The state tournament is scheduled for October 12-13 at NorthStar Golf Club in Sunbury.
- •Bowman shot 79 to tie for fourth at the Division III district tournament.
- •He recorded drives of 380 and 350 yards during the playoff.
- •Bowman secured his state spot with a birdie on the second playoff hole.
- •Crestview finished fifth in the team standings at the district tournament.
- •The state tournament will take place on October 12-13.
- 2:55 AMYahoo Sports — Crestview's Cole Bowman wins playoff for final state-qualifying spot
"Bowman had drives of 380 yards and 350 yards on his two playoff holes, the latter set him up for a birdie to win it.
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