Dont forget, firstly, theres lots of rugby stories (scroll down the right hand side to see rugby in the categories) and secondly, there are 4 separate posts containing Bills Quotes. I thought the telephone box line was about Robert Jones. His funeral took place on 25 January at Teviot Church in Hawick, followed by a private burial at the town's Wellogate Cemetery after his hearse was applauded through the town of Hawick by hundreds of well-wishers who lined the streets to pay their respects. McLaren began as a junior reporter with the Hawick Express and made his national debut for BBC radio in 1953, when Scotland were beaten 12-0 by Wales. Butler later became a published author. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Fri Feb 3 2023 - 10:29. In this case, McLaren is referring to the entire Springbok pack. *He kicked that ball like it were 3 pounds o haggis. Oct 20 Celebrate what would have been Bill's 100th year with fantastic company & storytelling from @JiffyRugby & @MrAndrewCotter, plus special guests! In his early union career, he toured with the British and Irish Lions to New Zealand aged only 22. Three of his grandchildren went on to play rugby, with Rory Lawson and Jim Thompson both current professionals. However, there was a time when he lined up a kick as McLaren was commentating on a Scottish test. Then two through Janie: former Edinburgh and Scotland 7s player Jim Thompson and other son Alex. The beloved commentator sadly passed away in 2010 but his legacy will live . Rugby for orchestra and full voice, and nobody made a sound quite like Bill McLaren. @Rich am not sure could be Jones, or @Brendan could be Phil Bennet or Gerald Davies who could also jink. In other words, the first part refers to Hasting pulling up his shorts. On Jonah Lomu Its like trying to tackle a snooker table!, Now Im not a hodman, but if I saw Jonah Lomu running at me Id be putting down bricks, Ill tell you. [on Jonah Lomu]. His charging runs may be what Maclaren is referring to in the quote. Heres a list of great McLaren quotes without any commentary. Theres the Quinnell brothers, two well-nourished individuals. He served with the Royal Artillery in Italy during the Second World War,[2] including the Battle of Monte Cassino. With one of his daughters, Nell, he was raising money for prostate cancer on the hike to Machu Picchu. The late great, Bill McLaren was simply the worlds best rugby commentator ever. Murray Watson is going through Bill's vast archive ahead of this autumn's exhibition. Geoghegan was one of the best wingers of his generation but had to retire early due to a foot injury. (McLaren offering a friend a mint). *Tweet, tweet, tweet commentary on Scottish full-back Peter Dods strange run up to a penalty kick. Max Boyce whose home village of Glynneath has played annual matches against McLarens hometown of Hawick for more than 56 years called for a minutes silence at Wales Six Nations clash with Scotland at the Millennium Stadium on February 13. They had 5 grandchildren, three through Linda: Scotland scrum-half and Gloucester player Rory, Morphsuits co-founder and former Scotland 7s player Gregor and a daughter Lindsay. McLaren was married to Bette, with whom he had two daughters Linda (born 1952) and Janie (born 1954, died 2000). Gerald Davies was capped for Wales as a centre in 1966. This weekend, like any other when the Six Nations Championship is being held, he will watch the matches from television at his home. He was known for sidestepping opponents to leave them floundering in his wake. This is what McLaren had to say about Phil Bennett, the great Welsh flyhalf. was described as being like a siege gun.., I recall that Bill M often used the phrase now did ye notice.. when he was getting comment from Beaumont and referred to modern rugby boots as carpet slippers .Brings back such fond memories of watching 5 nations as it was then with my old man..priceless. He toured with the Lions in 1977 to South Africa. *Im no hod carrier but Id be laying bricks if he was running at me (description of Jonah Lomu). He knew it meant that the opposition feared him. In McLarens 2005 autobiography he talked frankly about the greatest tragedy of his life: the death of his younger daughter, Janie, from cancer at 46, the three years of agony and the trauma of her final day. He was renowned for his jerky sidestep that he executed at high speed. Did this woman die because her genitals were cut? 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Appointed CBE in 2003, he is survived by Bette and his daughter Linda. There was also an internet campaign last year to give McLaren, from Hawick in the Scottish Borders, a knighthood for his work. This is unusual (Australias John Eales is the only other one I can think of). Now think of those gangly steps when under the influence of a particular illegal substance! Here is McLaren watching defenders bouncing off legendary All Black winger Jonah Lomu. Photograph: David Rogers/Getty Images. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. At the East Fortune sanatorium inEast Lothian, he was selected as one offive patients to take part in trials for anew antibiotic, streptomycin. Known as 'the voice of rugby', he retired from commentating in 2002. "Give me a wee tug on the sleeve, son, if you want to come in." The quote comes from McLaren watching Hastings preparation before a place kick. He loved it when he got abuse from the terraces. During a career with the BBC which spanned almost 50 years, McLaren became the most famous and respected commentator in the game. He was known as 'The Voice Of Rugby'. I reckon thats why there are so many metatarsal injuries since many boots particularly football boots are so thin they offer no protection whatsoever. Become an ambassador (looks good on your CV). William Pollock McLaren, teacher and rugby commentator, born 16 October 1923; died 19 January 2010, BBC sports commentator and 'the voice of rugby union' for nearly 50 years, Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning, 2023 Guardian News & Media Limited or its affiliated companies. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Brown also captained Scotland ten times, including three victories over England. Bennett had also played against New Zealand for the Barbarians in 1973. A flanker, he had a trial for Scotland in 1947 and was on the verge of a full international cap when he contracted tuberculosis, which nearly killed him. William Pollock McLaren CBE (16 October 1923 - 19 January 2010) was a Scottish rugby union commentator, teacher, journalist and one time rugby player. But McLaren was clearly of the opinion that the lock was well-nourished! All 60 Of The Best quotes are categorised as follows: Celebrations x 1; Fisticuffs x 3; Tough Guys x 5; Big Boys x15; Running x 12; Passing x 1; Kicking x 10; Jumping x 4; Weather x 2; Absolute Classic McLaren x 5; Looking Back x 2 Encouraging students x 1; Sportsmanship x 1. Breeks are breeches. He famously ran down the field and barged through giant Springbok prop Os Du Randt. Historian Murray Watson said he had spent two years going through 30,000 different items from the room. Here is McLaren on two sturdy brothers who were giants of Welsh rugby in more ways than one. On Phil Bennett: "They say down at Stradey that if ever you catch him [Phil Bennett] you get to make a wish." Phill Bennetts club was Llanelli (part of which would morph into the Scarlets in the professional era). Here is McLaren on one of the greatest players in the history of the sport: I look at Colin Meads and see a great big sheep farmer who carried the ball in his hands as though it was an orange pip. Sidestep in a phonebox was referring to Robert Jones (Welsh scrum half). At least the table doesnt bend and lean forward to crash through you. Gareth Edwards whose 1972 try for Wales against Scotland in the Cardiff mud was the inspiration for one of McLarens most well-known commentaries called him one of the great commentators, if not the best, in the world of rugby. 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Renowned throughout the sport, his enthusiasm and memorable turn of phrase endeared him to many. Here is McLarens summary: Im sure youre familiar with Bambi, the baby deer with gangly legs. The place-kicking routines of some modern fly halves may seem to be increasingly odd and elaborate. Known as 'the voice of rugby', he retired from commentating in 2002. Not just a Scottish rugby legend, Bill McLaren is widely regarded as one of the greatest sports broadcasters of all time. Bill McLaren was considered by many to be the "voice of rugby" during his long commentating career Bill McLaren's career behind the microphone began with BBC radio in 1953. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. He used to say about my speed, If you blink youd miss him and If you knock a light off he could jump into bed quicker than the light goes off. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. See less. McLaren studied in Aberdeen and taught PE until 1987, coaching three players who went on to star for Scotland: Jim Renwick, Colin Deans and Tony Stanger. The son of a knitwear salesman, during the second world war Bill found himself in Italy, a second lieutenant in the Royal Artillery. Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies. He was awarded his MBE in 1992, an OBE in 1995 and a CBE in the 2003 honours list. *Hes like a raging bull with a bad head. Regarding He could sidestep 3 men in a telephone box would this be a welsh wizard, Barry John? And I dont think you ever will replace a fellow like that because he was just unique in the way he spoke and commentated on games.. Over the following five decades he became one of the most recognisable and favoured voices on radio and television. He loved the characters in the game. William Pollock "Bill" McLaren, CBE (16 October 1923 - 19 January 2010) was a Scottish rugby union commentator, teacher, journalist and one time rugby player. The legendary commentator, who retired in 2002 after almost 50 years as a broadcaster, died in hospital yesterday morning, aged 86. The WRU said it will remember Bill McLaren at the Wales v Scotland match at the Millennium Stadium on February 13, though it had yet to decide how. When he hits you, you think the roof has just fallen in. [11] His funeral took place on 25 January at Teviot Church in Hawick, followed by a private burial at the town's Wellogate Cemetery after his hearse was applauded through the town of Hawick by hundreds of well-wishers who lined the streets to pay their respects to the "Voice of Rugby". McLaren had wanted to stay at her bedside but she insisted he go and carry out a commentating duty in Edinburgh on the Saturday afternoon. We are the leading rugby union news and content network delivering you the latest news, views and all the moves in Rugby Union. Bill Beaumont played in the second row for England 34 times between 1975 and 1982. New Zealand radio . His smaller brother Scott was three inches shorter but with a similar frame. "We have now resurrected all of the furniture that was in there, things like the desk, the chair, the shelves, the typewriter and even the empty Hawick Balls tins he used for pens and paperclips. Throughout his distinguished career he earned . A Facebook group, backed by over 6,000 members, was campaigning to gain a knighthood for McLaren. Here is McLaren watching two locks leaping to take the ball in a lineout. From giant winger to tiny wingerGrant Batty was only 55. *I look at Colin Meads and see a great big sheep farmer who carried the ball in his hands as though it was an orange pip. Just discovered this site I recall that a touch kick from one great home nation full back possibly Gavin Hastings or Paul Thorburn (?) A look back at the glorious career of the BBC's world-renowned rugby commentator Bill McLaren, who passed away in January 2010 at the age of 86.John Inverdal. He declined the third to South Africa on principled objections to Apartheid. The Welsh golden age ofthe 1970s would not have been so gilded without the soundtrack of Bill to the exploits ofGareth Edwards. Heres a comment about a different placekicker. Mark Andrews played 77 tests at lock for South Africa from 1994 to 2002. William Pollock McLaren CBE (16 October 1923 19 January 2010) was a Scottish rugby union commentator, teacher, journalist and one time rugby player. Read about our approach to external linking. Thanks v much Jasen, keep them coming. The twins and two more brothers did all play together for their club. Murray, who is a volunteer with the BMF, said: "Bill was enormously thorough in his preparations with his commentaries and for his writing - and he did all of his research in a time long before Google.". 21K views, 416 likes, 40 loves, 28 comments, 44 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from The Welsh Rugby Union: #WALvENG75: . Who would even think, let alone say, something like this on live TV? 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Start your Independent Premium subscription today. During the exhibition at Hawick Museum, thousands of previously unseen artefacts and photographs will help tell Bill's story from his early years, through his playing career and into his military service during World War Two. On the very few occasions that he got the ball without a defender in sight, he would charge up the field with knees lifted high. In his teenage years, McLaren grew up to be a useful flank forward. Hes like Bambi on speed. What a description of one of Irelands greatest wingers. Ive already described Doddie Weir in the previous quote. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. 329 pages, Hardcover First published October 1, 2004 Book details & editions Loading interface. Bill Mclaren Quotes Part 3 about Runners (& jinkers); Passing; Kicking and Lineout Jumping (15 x Quotes), Bill Mclaren Quotes Part 4 Line-Out jumping (continued), Weather Conditions, Classic Mclaren, Looking Back (15 x Quotes). Heres another interesting fact about Finlay. In November 2001, McLaren became the first non-international to be inducted into the International Rugby Hall of Fame. Please do pass the word on so many more people can enjoy the spirit of the late great Bill McLaren. McLaren is describing the kicker action. Arguably the greatest sports commentator ever, certainly the greatest rugby commentator, Bill McLaren, known as The Voice Of Rugby believed passionately in sport and sportsmanship. This article gives you the quotes., who hes referring to, and an explanation. He played in the second row and captained New Zealand eleven times. Eddie went to Monmouth school, on the border of England and Wales, an institution reluctant to select players for Wales school sides. (modern), Bill McLaren in 2002, the year of his retirement Photograph: Huw John / Rex Features. Commentators today cannot match the wit and the speed of his comments. Something went wrong, please try again later. It was through his junior reporting with the Hawick Express that he launched himself into a career of commentary, making his national debut for BBC radio in 1953, when Scotland were beaten 12-0 by Wales. Anyone else know for sure who Bill was referring to when he said He could sidestep 3 men in a telephone box ? Here is McLarens view of the diminutive winger: Despite Battys stature, he was known for being hard as nails. In the summer break the teenager was introduced to the Pontypool club, a more villagey, earthy Valleys side than the traditional east Wales big clubs, Cardiff and Newport. When Paul Thorburn kicked a record-breaking penalty from 64.2m against Scotland in 1986, it left legendary commentator Bill McLaren to utter the immortal words: "I've seen all the greatest goal kickers in the last decade, but I . His running action could look a little ungainly. William Henry Thomas, the forgotten Welsh Hero of 1888 by @Wil94831317Bill April 23 2023 marks 135 years . I think the jink is dying in modern rugby certainly the Welsh are trying to keep it alive lets hope its never lost. But this quote always comes back to me when a tall and ungainly youngster breaks free. Of course, it was never said quite like he would have said it himself, in his honeyed, Borders burr, tinged with the impishness that suggested that none of this was tobe taken too seriously. There was an incident in a match where Ubogos shorts were ripped down the side.
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