Mainland Football CEO Julian Bowden will be stepping down from the role to take up a new position with Equestrian Sports NZ, starting early June. 

After 6 years with the federation, Bowden returns to the sport he has competed in across eventing, showjumping, showing and dressage as well as representing New Zealand at 18 at the Inter Pacific Games in Hong Kong.  

New Zealand Football wishes to congratulate Julian on the new position and thank him for role he has played in championing the development of football and futsal both across the South Island and wider country. 

Read the full announcement on his appointment at nzequestrian.org.nz

Article added: Friday 07 May 2021