A happy heavenly birthday to this great man. Hawick’s very own Bill McLaren, whose daughter Linda is pictured here with the sculpted bust of her dad, would have been 100 years old today.

Bill’s wonderful commentaries brought the game of rugby to life for so many, with his dedication to his craft setting the bar very high indeed for those who followed.

Recognised throughout the world as the voice of rugby, but at heart a humble and modest family man, who was for many from the ‘grey auld toon’, a teacher, a team-mate, a coach, a mentor, and a friend 💚🏉 🎙️ (Photo credit ILF Imaging)