Dickie Dowsett

Playing career Born in Widford, Essex, Dowsett began his career in the youth section of Chelmsford City,

Dowsett transferred to Southend United in May 1955, where he netted four times in 20 matches in the 1955–56 season. Whilst at the Roots Hall club, he was spotted by Frank Dudley, who recommended him to his former colleague Ted Bates, who was now manager at Southampton. He joined Southampton in July 1956 and featured in two league matches and one in the FA Cup but was unable to stake a claim for a regular place in the first team.

Dowsett signed for Bournemouth & Boscombe Athletic in June 1957, for a fee of £100.

In November 1962, he joined Crystal Palace for a fee of £3500;

Post–football career After retiring from playing, Dowsett returned to Dean Court where he became Bournemouth's commercial manager, holding the post from June 1968 until March 1983.

Dowsett died on 19 April 2020. He had been suffering from dementia.

Dowsett's silhouette is used on the present day AFC Bournemouth club badge.

Honours Weymouth Southern League championship: 1965–66