I have very clear memories of Joe Paladino trying to up the noise level at Chester after we had equalised as he was directly in front of the away fans. We did not dare make less noise, but I think it helped the lads on the pitch quite a bit. He was virtually conducting us - I remember feeling slightly intimidated by him but it seemed to work.
I have often wondered how much of an effect noise from us actually feels to the players, and if it gives them that extra boost. Not ever being a player I do not know, but would love to know how it feels to score a goal in front of 60000 or so fans. The adrenaline boost must be mega.
On the subject of Joe, I do remember the lad who got punched coming up to one or two of us to complain during the Chester game which I helped steward. To be honest I was trying my hardest not to laugh as I saw his lips mashed against his teeth. Joe caught him a goodun there I thought to myself; what are you, suicidal!!