Coaches from RINKit and RHC Invicta Senior team, Bowyer and Franks, have officially been named as the new England U19 roller hockey Coach & Manager. Their appointment, effective immediately, signifies a pivotal juncture in their careers.
Expressing their shared enthusiasm, Bowyer and Franks released a joint statement, saying, "Leading your country at any level is a tremendous honor, and we are fully committed to giving it our all. We're excited about the promising talent pool available to us, and the real work begins now!"
This marks Bowyer's debut as an England coach. Despite his relatively young age of 38, he brings an impressive 31-year legacy in the sport. Assisting him is Franks, aged 52, who has already secured two championships and brings a wealth of experience as a coach and mentor, both in his daily work and his own sporting achievements in motorsport. David Franks introduces a unique and enthusiastic perspective to the game of Roller Hockey.
For the past two years, this dynamic coaching duo has worked side by side at Invicta, showcasing their ability to build a strong team in the Premier League. With their combined expertise, the future looks bright for England's U19 roller hockey team.
Their appointment is accompanied by a shout-out to the other dedicated age-grade coaches and managers; here is a list of all the other age-grade coaches and managers. Well done to them all.
