THE sporting community, especially softball, has lost one of its most faithful fans after Vivian Austin Knowles passed away at his residence on Flamingo Avenue, Farrington Road, on Monday, January 8.

Knowles, better known as “Chief,” was mute, but he didn’t let his handicap stop him from coming out and watching the games, especially when the Budweiser Eagles and then the Truckers played in the New Providence Softball Association.

After his health declined and he was confirmed to moving around in a wheelchair, “Chief” was seen near Sammy’s Take-Away on Farrington Road, seeking assistance from the public. He was 59.