Nerves? Stewartville's star golfer -- and section title contender -- thrives on them
Austin Walker, the reigning Hiawatha Valley League champion, is aiming for his second consecutive trip to the Class 2A boys golf state meet. He has consistently performed well in the Section 1, Class 2A meet over the past three years and maintains a scoring average in the 70s. Walker embraces the pressure of competition, finding that nerves can enhance his performance and serve as a motivating factor.
- ▪Austin Walker is the reigning Hiawatha Valley League champion.
- ▪He has finished in the top 16 in the Section 1, Class 2A meet for three consecutive years.
- ▪Walker will play for North Iowa Area Community College in the fall.
- ▪He has a scoring average of 76.75 this season.
- ▪Walker has become a calming presence for his teammates on the Stewartville Tigers golf team.
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