Former players have been paying tribute to Chasetown FC physio Mick Andrews following his death.
He was described as “a legend” in a statement from the Scholars after the news was announced earlier today (February 8).
A number of former players took to social media to pay tribute, including ex-Port Vale striker Kyle Perry:
Sad to hear the passing of @ChasetownFC1954 legend and gent Mick Andrews. Never forget u inviting me to your house for physio b4 FA cup run
— Kyle Perry (@IAmKylePerry) February 8, 2017
Current striker Mitch Pigeon said the club’s Staffordshire Senior Cup semi-final victory last night had been tinged with sadness after the news of Mick’s death was revealed:
Horrible news for us tonight and that was nice to get into another semi final for a good man RIP Mick Andrews @ChasetownFC1954 #topphysio
— Mitchell Piggon (@MitchPiggon9) February 7, 2017
Other Scholars past and present were quick to pay tribute:
@ChasetownFC1954 Gutted to hear about Mick Andrews, one of the nicest blokes I've came across in football. Believed in me! Will be missed ❤️
— Harry Harris (@H4rryH4rris) February 8, 2017
Top man. Very sad news to hear. Rest in peace Mick.
— Nathan waite (@Nathan_p_waite) February 8, 2017