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WORKING HARD: Former Bowie quarterback Evan Mallett works on a strengthening exercise to increase mobility. Mallett has been in occupational therapy since the 2020 crash that left him quadriplegic.

New beginnings: Mallett’s story

Ben Tillisch, Executive Editor: Sports April 24, 2024

In a singular moment, the trajectory of Evan Mallett’s life changed. Despite taking and bouncing back from countless hits on the gridiron as a Bowie quarterback, this collision would prove to be much...

FACE-TO-FACE: Sophomore Cole Wong runs toe-to-toe with an Austin High defender. Bowie struggled offensively and end up losing 21-2 to the Maroons “They are a very experienced and physical team, and we have a lot to work on,” midfielder Wong said. “My game knowledge and field vision is better this year and I hope that I can utilize those skills to score more goals and help my teammates.”

Tracy leads Bulldog LAX team into season

Noah Bihan, Photo Essay Editor April 4, 2024

As the varsity boys lacrosse team gears up for an exciting pre-season, the atmosphere is rich with anticipation and a fresh sense of purpose. “This season is super exciting for all of us,” Coach...

Star emerging for Bowie track & field

Sam Vane, Sports Editor March 21, 2024

Junior Owen Langdon is waiting at the turn. His hands sweating, heart pounding, waiting for the baton to enter his grasp before he can take off. He feels the baton hit his hand and runs like the wind passing...

KICKING HARD: Freshman Kate Alexander swims the backstroke race. Alexander holds a personal best time of one minute and 46 seconds in the 100 meter backstroke.

Para-athlete swims for ‘Dawgs

Ben Tillisch, Executive Editor: Sports March 18, 2024

As the starting pistol sounds, ringing across the water and echoing throughout the arena, freshman Kate Alexander explodes through the air, cutting the surface tension of the water like a knife. Swimming...

Freshman twins making an impact on the court

Caroline Baxter, Dispatch Reporter March 7, 2024

Driving the ball down the court, freshman Daniella Williams scans the court, searching for an open teammate. Williams handles the ball confidently, skillfully shielding the ball from her defender. Finally,...

Teacher + Student Tennis Tournament returns for a second year

Austin Ikard, Alex Edwards, and Will Olenick March 1, 2024

The Teacher + Student Tennis Tournament made a comeback this year as the tennis team organized its second annual event. Doubles matches were played with tennis players partnering up with teachers in the...

The Dawgs ended up winning the tournament with a 7-0 win vs. McCallum, a 3-1 win vs. Westlake, and a 12-2 win vs. Austin High. This marks a successful start to the season for the Dawgs.

JV Dawgs Baseball dominate in district tournament

Caroline Baxter and Savannah Riggins March 1, 2024

Last Thursday, February 22, the JV Bowie boys baseball team kicked off their tournament here at Bowie. They got to play in front of packed stands filled with parents, students, and teachers. The Dawgs...

Fantasy football punishments take over Bowie student body

Cooper Ceniceros-Fike, Dispatch Reporter March 1, 2024

In recent years, fantasy football has seen remarkable growth. Just last year, in 2023, its value soared to $30.95 billion, with projections estimating it to reach a staggering...

Freshman goalkeeper Carter Jones rushes to intercept a ball before the other team can score a point. In such a crucial role Jones finds that to support his team he must remain calm and effectively communicate with his teammates.

Freshman finds his place on Varsity Soccer

Michael Vienneau, Dispatch Reporter February 26, 2024

After finishing first in the district the year prior, Bowie fell short, losing in the first round to Stony Point in the 2022-2023 season. As last season came to a close, Coach Ryan Logan turned to two...

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