Washington Women's Basketball Names Patrick Bowlin as Assistant Coach
July 10, 2026 | Women's Basketball
SEATTLE – The University of Washington women's basketball program has added another member to its coaching staff, naming Patrick Bowlin as an assistant coach for the 2026–27 season, head coach Tina Langley announced.
Bowlin comes to Washington after most recently helping guide Green Bay to one of the most successful stretches in Horizon League women's basketball history, including multiple conference championships and NCAA Tournament appearances across his four seasons with the Phoenix.
"We are so excited to welcome Patrick to the University of Washington," Langley said. "Patrick brings an exceptional work ethic, a sharp basketball mind, and a genuine passion for helping student-athletes grow. His impact has been significant at every program he has served because of his unwavering commitment to excellence, both personally and professionally."
"Patrick is an outstanding teacher with a unique ability to connect with players and inspire them to reach their best on and off the court. I'm excited for our young women to learn from him and benefit from his leadership. Please join me in welcoming Patrick and his entire extended family to Washington."
Bowlin's path to Washington reflects a steady rise through successful programs and diverse roles. He began his collegiate career at Green Bay under longtime head coach Kevin Borseth, spending two seasons as Director of Basketball Operations from 2021–23 before being promoted to assistant coach for the 2023–24 campaign. During that period, the Phoenix captured the 2022–23 Horizon League regular-season championship and the 2023–24 league tournament title, earning a berth in the 2024 NCAA Tournament. He then spent one season as an assistant coach at Idaho State, helping the Bengals reach the Big Sky Tournament semifinals, before returning to Green Bay as an assistant coach for the 2025–26 season. That year, the Phoenix swept the Horizon League regular-season and tournament titles for the third straight year and earned another NCAA Tournament bid.
"I'm incredibly grateful to Coach Langley and the University of Washington for this opportunity," said Bowlin. "I'm excited to be part of a program that places such a strong emphasis on culture, relationships, and helping student-athletes reach their full potential. Coach Langley is one of the best teachers in our game, and I'm thankful for the opportunity to learn from her while continuing to grow alongside an outstanding, hard-working, and collaborative staff. I can't wait to work with our student-athletes and help them grow on and off the court."
A native of Winona, Minnesota, Bowlin began his coaching career by following in his father's footsteps with a highly successful four-year run leading girls' basketball programs at Rogers High School and Totino-Grace High School in Minnesota. Prior to that he was a member of the basketball team at St. John's University, where he earned his bachelor's degree in 2012. His time on the floor, combined with the coaching legacy passed down from his father has shaped his coaching style and his commitment to helping players grow on and off the court.
Bowlin comes to Washington after most recently helping guide Green Bay to one of the most successful stretches in Horizon League women's basketball history, including multiple conference championships and NCAA Tournament appearances across his four seasons with the Phoenix.
"We are so excited to welcome Patrick to the University of Washington," Langley said. "Patrick brings an exceptional work ethic, a sharp basketball mind, and a genuine passion for helping student-athletes grow. His impact has been significant at every program he has served because of his unwavering commitment to excellence, both personally and professionally."
"Patrick is an outstanding teacher with a unique ability to connect with players and inspire them to reach their best on and off the court. I'm excited for our young women to learn from him and benefit from his leadership. Please join me in welcoming Patrick and his entire extended family to Washington."
Bowlin's path to Washington reflects a steady rise through successful programs and diverse roles. He began his collegiate career at Green Bay under longtime head coach Kevin Borseth, spending two seasons as Director of Basketball Operations from 2021–23 before being promoted to assistant coach for the 2023–24 campaign. During that period, the Phoenix captured the 2022–23 Horizon League regular-season championship and the 2023–24 league tournament title, earning a berth in the 2024 NCAA Tournament. He then spent one season as an assistant coach at Idaho State, helping the Bengals reach the Big Sky Tournament semifinals, before returning to Green Bay as an assistant coach for the 2025–26 season. That year, the Phoenix swept the Horizon League regular-season and tournament titles for the third straight year and earned another NCAA Tournament bid.
"I'm incredibly grateful to Coach Langley and the University of Washington for this opportunity," said Bowlin. "I'm excited to be part of a program that places such a strong emphasis on culture, relationships, and helping student-athletes reach their full potential. Coach Langley is one of the best teachers in our game, and I'm thankful for the opportunity to learn from her while continuing to grow alongside an outstanding, hard-working, and collaborative staff. I can't wait to work with our student-athletes and help them grow on and off the court."
A native of Winona, Minnesota, Bowlin began his coaching career by following in his father's footsteps with a highly successful four-year run leading girls' basketball programs at Rogers High School and Totino-Grace High School in Minnesota. Prior to that he was a member of the basketball team at St. John's University, where he earned his bachelor's degree in 2012. His time on the floor, combined with the coaching legacy passed down from his father has shaped his coaching style and his commitment to helping players grow on and off the court.
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