Trefelin dealt blow as 21-goal hero departs
Luke Bowen's goals helped Trefelin to the Cymru South title. (Pic by John Smith/FAW)
Trefelin will be without their top scorer, Luke Bowen, following his departure from the club.
The 38-year-old rejoined Trefelin for a second spell and played a crucial role in their most successful season to date, helping them secure the Cymru South title. That triumph ensured promotion to the Welsh top flight for the first time in the club’s history, although Bowen will not be part of their debut campaign at the higher level.
Bowen finished the season as the Cymru South Golden Boot winner with 21 goals, underlining his importance in front of goal and his influence throughout the campaign.
He becomes the second player to depart the club after their promotion, following Jordan Vickers’ early exit. The 30-year-old made 19 appearances for the club this previous term.
Club Statement
In a statement released on Wednesday evening, Trefelin BGC said:
“On behalf of everyone at Trefelin BGC we would like to thank Luke Bowen for his service over two spells at the club.
Last season Luke played a huge part in our title-winning campaign, being awarded the JD Cymru South Golden Boot award.
We all wish Luke the very best of luck moving forward and he will always be welcome at the Ynys.”
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Luke Bowen Career Overview
Bowen is a highly experienced forward with extensive experience in Welsh domestic football, having made over 300 appearances in the top flight and scoring more than 100 goals at that level.
He has previously represented several clubs in European competition, including Port Talbot Town, Neath, and Llanelli Town AFC.
His career also includes spells with Aberystwyth Town, Briton Ferry Llansawel, Goytre United, and Haverfordwest County.
Bowen enjoyed a standout campaign at Briton Ferry Llansawel, where he was named the 2023/24 JD Cymru South Player of the Season after scoring 29 goals. He now sits just eight goals short of reaching 100 goals in the Cymru South.
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What Next for Trefelin?
Attention now turns to how Trefelin will replace Bowen’s goalscoring output ahead of their historic first season in the Welsh top division, as well as where the experienced striker will continue his career next.
