Career
Born in Lewisham, Bowman began his career with Charlton Athletic, turning professional in March 1973. He made 96 appearances for the "Addicks" in The Football League before moving to Reading in 1976. Two years later he moved to Gillingham, where his former Charlton team-mate Keith Peacock was manager.
In December 1981, however, he seriously injured his knee in an match.
Although he attempted a comeback on several occasions, he was forced to admit defeat and retire in 1984.
