As Rob Bowers was inducted into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame, former players and colleagues reflected on the lessons he emphasized throughout his career and the ways his influence extended well beyond the football field. “Something I remember Coach Bowers always saying that has stuck with me long after football is, ‘Do the job for the guy next to you.’ The team’s success wasn’t about one person; it was about everyone doing their part. Lessons like that taught us trust, accountability and the importance of being someone others can rely on. It’s incredible to see all those years of hard work continuing to pay off. Congratulations on your induction into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame, Coach Bowers. It’s very welldeserved.” – Gabe Vandiver “Coach Bowers made a huge impact on who I became as a professional and as a parent. As a player, I got to see firsthand the kind of positive impact a coach can have on a group of young people. The relationships coaches and players build…