Johnny Hubbard was a tricky little winger and a huge Rangers star, one
of the last surviving members the great 50s side. Known as "The Penalty
King" in recognition of his record 65 goals from 68 spot kicks, one of
his goals was described by Sir Alex Ferguson as "easily the best I've
ever seen!" Aged just 18, he swapped the sunshine of Pretoria for the
grey streets of Glasgow, leaving behind the flames of apartheid for a
land where another chasm ran deep through society--religious bigotry.
Hubbard's story provides an insight into life through a golden era in
Rangers' history, and he also recalls his time with Bury when he was
almost drawn into the world of match-fixing. When Johnny gave up the
game in 1964, he turned to community service and was rewarded for his
good work with an Honorary MBE.