Followers of our national side have been backing blue in the good times and the bad. From fumbles under Frank Hadden to the anguish with Andy Robinson – belief wavered but hope never died.
Stern Vern Cotter made a nation believe again and the stony-faced Kiwi led our nation to one dodgy referee call against Australia away from a World Cup semi final against Argentina eight years ago.
Now Gregor Townsend is producing magic from the touchline like he once did during a storied playing career which earned him 82 caps for his country.
He believes this Scotland side are ready for world champions South Africa on matchday one. The man from Galashiels had magic in his fingers now that responsibility has been passed onto Finn Russell and the most creative playmaker in world rugby is aiming to thrive as the star attraction, after fellow superstar Stuart Hogg brought forward his retirement before the tournament.