The transplanted Scot doing famous father proud in New Zealand

Clark Laidlaw, son of former Scotland captain Roy Laidlaw and cousin of Scotland rugby legend Greig Laidlaw, is making a name for himself in New Zealand. Currently the head coach at Super Rugby champions Hurricanes, Laidlaw has been in charge for three seasons and has led his team to the top of the table, dominating their opponents.

Born and raised in Scotland, Laidlaw left his hometown at 16 to pursue a career in rugby, eventually becoming a New Zealand passport holder. He is currently coaching the All Blacks' attack, a surreal experience for the man who once trained alone against a tree. Laidlaw has witnessed the transformative power of rugby in New Zealand, not just for players but for the culture as well.

He credits the variety of athletes he has worked with for teaching him to be more empathetic and understanding. Despite his success in New Zealand, Laidlaw remains rooted in his Scottish heritage and has been a constant source of pride for his family, especially his father Roy who continues to live with dementia.