Rowe is working as a sales associate for Acxiom Corporation, a data tech company in Downers Grove. But he likes the challenge. Rowe also spends time around the house, thrusting himself into his new hobby of woodworking. When it comes to golf, he gets in a few rounds at Butler National, where he is a member. Rowe says he doesn't have any withdrawal pains.
Professional golf is littered with players who gave it up for the real world only to return.
Fellow NU alum Jim Benepe quit when he was 30 only to make a comeback. The classic case is Joe Durant, who is having a big year after tossing the game aside at one point. It would hardly be a surprise if Rowe followed in their footsteps. But for now, the road for Rowe leads to Hinsdale. The answers will come for him there.