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Rising star

By Annie Blaylock McQueen, Staff writer | March 27, 2024

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Bowen Landry

Bowen Landry, a sixth grader at Western Academy, is a rising star in youth sports. Representing Team USA in baseball, he was a starting pitcher in Taiwan, contributing to their victory over Chinese Taipei and earning the gold medal. His talent extends to football, as a member of the Banditos Deleon, the country’s top select team. With a record of 56-1 last season, including a flawless 19-0 start this year, Bowen's baseball team reigns as National Champions. He was recognized as a Perfect Game All-American and a standout at the Perfect Game Select Festival. Bowen was an SBMSA all-star in football.

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