Bowman competed in football and track and field for the Syracuse Orange.[3] He was a fast running back, and his coach was rumored to have made the football field wider to give him an advantage.[2]
Held over 60 yards from 1906 to 1986, with the exception of 1933–39 (60 meters). Held over 55 meters from 1987–90. 75-yard winners (1906-15) are listed separately.