First sporting success? Winning primary 7 tournament at Allan Glens

Finest sporting moment? Captaining my country

Your tip for the top: Enjoy what you do

First international / ‘big time’ call-up: Scotland v Australia at Murrayfield in 2004

How do you feel when you know you are representing your team / country? Hugely proud and passionate.

How and why did you get involved in your sport? My uncle played for Stirling County and introduced me to the game and I grew up watching Scotland at Murrayfield

What is your favourite moment in the history of sport? Stephen Hendry winning his 7th world championship.                                                                                                                        

Who has been the biggest influence on your sporting career? Todd Blackadder and my parents

Any family connections to sport? No

Who has been your toughest opponent and why? Xavier Rush consistently performs at his best. 

Three words that describe you: Honest, proud, approachable

Who would you most like to meet? Billy Connolly

What is your most prized possession?  My iPad

What is your biggest passion away from sport? My family 

Favourite sport(s) other than your own? Football, hill walking and shooting

Top tips to relax? Get your work done early so you can have your own time at the end of the day

What is your ultimate ambition? To be able to say I gave my all to everything I have done.

Where do you see yourself in 10 years’ time? Running my own business and enjoying time with my family.