Nick Anderton may be revered as a professional footballer and his part in Bristol Rovers' promotion season will forever ensure his name is etched in Gas folklore. However, to his colleagues at the Gas, he's simply a team mate and colleague.
A bloke they've shared multiple laughs, intense situations, nerves, challenging emotions and moments of pure exhilaration with. It's what team sport does, bond people from all different backgrounds, cultures and upbringings together behind a common goal, all very much feeling the experience.
Rovers unquestionably achieved something special during his time at the club that will always be burnished in the consciousness of those involved, and while Anderton's 39 appearances on the field and three goals were an obvious influence what clearly stood out the most was his character.
