League legend Preston Campbell has always inspired love and respect from his adoring fans and it is a legacy his son Jayden Campbell wants to live up to at the Gold Coast.
It is one reason why the 26-year-old halfback resisted the allure of joining Perth Bears to re-sign with the Titans until 2031.
Jayden recalls his father's last game at Robina for the Titans against Parramatta in 2011 when Preston signed autographs for hours after the game. It left an indelible mark on him.
"I was with dad with my brother and my sister. We were walking around the stadium and he would stop and talk to everyone," Jayden told AAP.
"That's the type of person dad is. I had to play my grand final the next day for Helensvale Hornets against Nerang Roosters and just wanted to go home and get some sleep
"That night showed how much dad is loved and respected, not just for the player he was but for the person he is. It means a lot to me that I get to carry that on in a way and hopefully live up to it."
Jayden was born in Cronulla but moved to the Gold Coast from age six and always played for the same Hornets junior club.
"It wasn't until I got to seniors and wanted to take my career further that I had to play elsewhere but my goal is to be a one-club player for the Titans," he said.
"They gave me my opportunity, gave me a great life and looked after my family when dad was playing. I have a young boy of my own on the way on March 26 and I hope to do the same with him."
Preston, the Titans' foundation signing for the 2007 season, was "very happy" his son re-signed but put no pressure on him.
"He just told me to do what I thought was right and to go where my heart is," Jayden said.
"I had a phone call with Mal Meninga about Perth but it didn't really intrigue me too much because I knew I wanted to stay at the Titans.
"I have a lot of respect for Mal so I didn't want to beat around the bush and waste his time.
"I love our new coach Josh Hannay. He cares about football but he also cares about the connection around the group. He has made the environment so much more enjoyable and I love coming into training now."
