Alan Dowson

Football manager and player

Alan Dowson - Football manager and player
Born

June 17th, 1970
55 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United Kingdom

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A football manager and former professional player primarily associated with English football, played as a forward during a playing career that spanned the late 1980s to the early 2000s. Transitioned to management post-retirement, with significant tenures at clubs including Kingstonian and Hampton & Richmond Borough. Achieved notable success in non-league football, leading teams to impressive cup runs and promotion campaigns. Developed a reputation for building competitive teams in lower divisions.

Managed Kingstonian to multiple successes

Guided Hampton & Richmond to playoff contention

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