Despite this, his performances gained him critical acclaim from the fans. In 1987–88, Pears helped the club win promotion. In this season, Pears also set a club record of seven consecutive clean sheets.
Despite not receiving immediate praise, his performances eventually earned him critical acclaim from fans. In 1987–88, Pears helped the team secure promotion by contributing significantly to their success. During this season, Pears also established a club record of seven consecutive clean sheets.