Rangers penalty king Johnny Hubbard honoured at new Prestwick housing development

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A new housing development has unveiled a touching tribute to a sporting hero who called the town his home.Johnny Hubbard – the revered ‘Penalty King’ of Rangers – was a far travelled South African who left a lasting legacy in Prestwick.Now his name adorns the newest homes on the town’s Main Street.The former police station will be known as ‘Johnny Hubbard Court’ after the £2.1 million rebuild led by Prestwick-based firm Ashleigh.A total of 11 one and two bedroom flats were officially unveiled on Friday, with friends and family of Hubby taking centre stage.And even Sir Alex Ferguson got in on the act by sending a tribute to be read out at the ceremony.Prestwick residents led a fundraiser to ensure much-loved Hubby was remembered long after his passing in 2018.Former South Ayrshire provost, Gordon McKenzie, revealed: “Hubby was best known for his football, but in actual fact played a huge role in many other sports.“From tennis to athletics and cricket to badminton, he did it all.“He was also a massive influence on so many youngsters in this region whom he helped inspire and coach.”The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now.Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus crisis – at your fingertips 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories while you can customise your page with the sections that matter to you.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now on iOS and Android.Hubby fondly recalled how leading Prestwick Cricket Club to the Glasgow & District League title in 1972 – the first major honour in their history – was among his greatest ever sporting achievements.And pals plan to use money left over from their