NEWS

Sean Bowden steps down as the Chief Coach of the OUBC men after 27 years at the helm. In a letter released by OUBC to its members, Bowden thanked colleagues, alumni and rowers. “I always knew this was never a one-man job and I am so grateful to those whose contributions and support made the daily process of work feel like an adventure. ... As much as winning was always the goal, we set out to do this in a way where individual growth and the upholding of honourable values went hand in hand with the performance on the water. I am forever in debt to all those amongst you who shared this vision, your honest effort and trust in me, as well as for the many learnings and lifelong friendships I gain.” Bowden was appointed in 1997, prior to that he helped Cambridge end their 1980s losing streak winning twice as Head Coach of Cambridge in 1993 and 1994. Bowden’s 15 wins are the most wins by any coach in the history of the Boat Race.