History

1999 State Champions

“The San Marcos High Golf program formed the foundation of my collegiate and professional career.” -Steve Pate, PGA Tour Professional , Ryder Cup team member and Royal Alumni Golf Chair

Since 1961 no other golf program in the State of California has maintained the consistently high standards of athletic achievement, scholarship and integrity as the San Marcos High School Royals. This long standing tradition of excellence reflects a program rich in talent, deep in coaching expertise and generous support from alumni, the business community of Santa Barbara, friends and families.

The legacy of San Marcos Golf is reflected in many achievements:

California State Champions 1975, 1999, 2001

CIF Champions 1961, 1964, 1976, 1977, 1980, 1981,1997, 1999, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004

League Champs: 1961, ‘63, ‘63,’64,’65,’66,’68,’74,’75,’76,’77,’80,’81,’83,’87  and 1994-2007

CIF Coach of the Year: John Stoney, 1980

California State Coach of the Year: Cliff Purcell, 1999

SB Athletic Round Table Coaches: Clarence Bishop 1972, Sut Puailoa Sr. 1983, John Stoney 1995, Cliff Purcell 2008

PGA Professionals: Buddy Allen, Steve Pate, Sam Randolph Jr.

Other touring Pros Past and Present: Mike Gorton, National Long Drive Champion,  Michael Chavez, Ryan Nomura, Brian Helton, JR Ruda, John Poucher, Kevin Larssen, and  Tyler Ley

PGA Teaching Pros:  Scott Puailoa, Dave Thornton, Richard Barker, Brent Cole and David Siordia

Nationally recognized Amateur Champion: John Pate

12 San Marcos Alumni have played Division I Collegiate level golf

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