Dowson delighted to be part of Boyd's Saints setup
Dowson will be forwards coach in the new setup that is packed full of youthful English coaches.
The 36-year-old retired from playing last summer and became transition coach at Saints.
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Hide AdHe was switched to the position of defence mentor during a difficult campaign, with Mark Hopley moving back to the Academy as head coach.
Dowson made 187 appearances for Saints during his playing career and is a firm favourite at Franklin's Gardens.
And he will now be able to continue his association with the club as he takes up an important role in Boyd's new-look management team.
“I feel as though I am learning all the time in this new stage of my career and I jumped at the chance to be a part of this coaching group under Chris Boyd," Dowson said.
"I can’t wait to get stuck in again in pre-season in June.”