Bruce Stowell


Bruce Stowell is an English former football player and manager.

Career

Playing career

Born in Bradford, Stowell began his career with Leeds United, before signing amateur forms with Bradford City in May 1958. He became a part-time professional in December 1958, and became fully professional in June 1967. Upon turning professional, Stowell became club captain at City. In October 1970, Stowell played in his 344th Football League game for City, breaking George Robinson's 55-year-old appearance record. Stowell made a total of 401 appearances for City in the Football League, and 437 games for them across all competitions.
Stowell also played for Rotherham United, making 16 appearances in the Football League for them, before moving to Australia, where he played for Pan Hellenic and Blacktown City.

Coaching career

After retiring as a player, Stowell coached Sydney Olympic, Queensland State and Brisbane Strikers.
He also coached in Malaysia, and was the head coach for Johor from 1999 to the end of 2000 season.