Richard Dawson (born 6 July 1962) is an English former professional footballer who played as a defender in the Football League for York City and in non-League football for New Earswick, Scarborough, Frickley Athletic, Boston United, Goole Town, Chorley, Northwich Victoria and Harrogate Town.
He also briefly managed Bridlington Town and was player-manager for Mossley A.F.C. in 1994.