Aaron McGowan shared, 'I knew the day was coming. As a family, we'd been preparing for it for months. Things had got really bad for dad.' This highlights the emotional anticipation and sadness surrounding the loss of his father.
'There's no right or wrong way to grieve,' McGowan tells BBC Sport. 'I decided to play. I'm so glad I did.' This response illustrates the deeply personal nature of grieving and using passion as a coping mechanism.
'Dad used to travel from Liverpool to watch me play all over the country... He came to more than 200 games but in the last year of his life, he only managed one.' This statement underscores the bond between McGowan and his father and the profound impact of his illness.
'On my day off, I find solace sitting there with my daughter.' This sentiment reflects how McGowan connects his father’s memory with family, finding comfort in their shared experiences.
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