Gordon had a his leg amputated, through the hip, in June 1979 as the result of bone cancer.

This has not stopped him from leading an active life. He is a level '2' coach in wheelchair basketball - checkout the web site! Gordon is a RSA qualified instructor in weight training, He also participates in in wheelchair marathons and enjoys swimming.

He has had experience in 'extras' work, having been on Kavanagh QC and as part of the team of wheelchair basketball players in Dangerfield.