Scotland-born Rugby Union player who became known for his skills as a lock; played a decade on the Scottish national team. He played with the Newcastle Falcons as well as the Border Reivers.
He began his career playing for Melrose RFC in 1991.
He occasionally appeared on the BBC as a rugby analyst. He passed away at the age of 52 from motor neuron disease.
He was born in Edinburgh, Scotland.
He played alongside Gavin Hastings on the Scottish national team.