‘Next shot mentality’ guides Philomath High boys golf

CORVALLIS — Roman Robins will tell you golf is as much about what’s happening between the ears as what happens on the course. Philomath High’s lone senior has built his game around that philosophy — and he’s working to pass it along.

“I love taking on that leadership role,” Robins said Monday after placing eighth individually in a home meet at Trysting Tree Golf Course. “I love being able to help when I can and being able to help lift the team up since I was lifted up by past seniors. It’s fun to finally be in that role.”

Robins traces his introduction to the game back to his father, who put a club in his hands at a young age. When Philomath launched its boys golf program, something clicked…

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