Born in Grand Centre (now part of Cold Lake), Alberta, Howatt played one season in the WCHL with the Flin Flon Bombers in 1971-72. He amassed 79 points in 60 games.
Howatt was born in Grand Centre (now part of Cold Lake), Alberta, and played for one season in the WCHL with the Flin Flon Bombers from 1971 to 1972. He accumulated a total of 79 points during his time on the ice.