Keith Macrae News Today

The family of a Ross-shire man whose life was saved thanks to access to a charity-provided defibrillator are aiming to pay forward their gratitude.

The Ross-shire referee who owes his life to quick-thinking players and the presence of a defibrillator has paid heartfelt thanks to local heroes.

Steven Maclachlan suffered a cardiac arrest during a cup tie in the Highlands.

A shinty teams captain, firefighter Conor Cormack used a defibrillator to save a referees life after he went into cardiac arrest just minutes into a match.

Shinty players have been praised for their quick action in reviving a referee who collapsed on the pitch. Steven MacLachlan fell ill 13 minutes into Saturday’s clash

Local heroes were hailed for their reaction after a match referee collapsed at a Ross-shire shinty derby cup tie clash in Strathpeffer.

Dubliner Pat Byrne recalls his time in the States where he encountered several legends of the game.

Derek 'Deek' Cameron officiated at the 2022 Camanachd Cup final for a record equalling fourth time.

Fort's Jack Kearney tackles Tom Edwards. Photograph: Iain Ferguson, alba.photos.

Calum MacDougall puts away one of his three goals for Kilmallie. Photograph: Iain Ferguson, alba.photos.