William Bowers, a 6‑foot, 202‑pound kicker from Elizabethton, Tennessee, announced his commitment to Iowa State on Sunday, choosing the Cyclones over a slate of notable programs.
The pledge follows a scholarship offer extended by the university on June 2, and it comes after a breakout 2025 campaign in which Bowers recorded 58 touchbacks on 62 kickoffs, averaged 59.1 yards per kickoff, and converted 42 of 45 extra‑point attempts.
His performance earned him a spot on the Tennessee Sports Writers Association’s Class 4A All‑State team, and his list of suitors includes Air Force, Army, Bowling Green, Navy and Memphis, reflecting the breadth of his recruiting interest.
A Boost for Iowa State's Special Teams
Iowa State’s coaching staff sees Bowers as a potential anchor for a special‑teams unit that has been searching for consistency, and his ability to pin opponents deep with high‑trajectory kicks could shift field position in crucial Big 12 matchups.
Coach Matt Campbell highlighted the recruit’s work ethic and noted that Bowers aligns with the program’s broader emphasis on disciplined, multidimensional talent, suggesting that his impact will be felt both on the field and in future recruiting cycles.