During his seven-year stint with Torquay, which began in 2007 when he joined from Forest Green Rovers, Nicholson was a key member of the Torquay side that won promotion back to the Football League in 2009 under Paul Buckle, as many players benefited from his delivery from set pieces and long throws.
Once the Gulls were back in League Two, Nicholson remained an integral part of the plans of Buckle and his successor Martin Ling, and he quickly established himself as one of the best left backs in the division.
This was reflected when he was named in the PFA League Two team of the season for the 2011-12 season, alongside his teammates Bobby Olejnik, Lee Mansell and Eunan O'Kane.
Unfortunately time awaits for no man and at the age of 33, with manager Chris Hargreaves looking to the future, Nicholson's time at Plainmoor has sadly run its course.
Over the years, Torquay United have been served by some fantastic left backs; John Uzzell (1989-1991), Tom Kelly (1986-1989 & 1993-1996), Paul Gibbs (1997-1998), Robbie Herrera (1998-2001) and Brian McGlinchey (2003-2006) and Nicholson belongs in their company.
So, whoever Chris Hargreaves signs to replace him will have a very tough act to follow.
Kevin Nicholson Torquay United honours 2007 to 2014:
FA Trophy runner-up 2007-08
England C cap 2008
England C cap 2008
Conference Play-Off winner 2008-09
PFA League Two team of the season nominee 2011-12
