TAKE That have added some showbiz shine to a Cambuslang tennis club on its 100th birthday.
Gary Barlow, Howard Donald and Mark Owen took time out from their recent week-long sell-out run of shows at Glasgow's Hydro to offer birthday greetings to Kirkhill Lawn Tennis Club on its centenary.
The international super group posed for photographs with a special message for the local tennis club and the club's president is delighted with the support.
Jacqueline Clark, club president, said: "Take That's Gary, Howard and Mark were delighted to say Happy Birthday during their sell-out shows in Glasgow.
"They were so lovely and down-to-earth, we'd happily welcome them to Kirkhill any day - a game of tennis would be the perfect way to let off steam after an energetic show like theirs!"
Take That were not the only celebrities to pass on their birthday greetings - a host of personalities from stage, sport and screen have helped the club celebrate its birthday.
Singer Stevie McCrorie, winner of The Voice along with Scott Fletcher, Leah MacCrae, Gary Lamont, Keira Lucchesi and Jordan Young from River City showed their support.
A host of sports stars including former Celtic players Chris Sutton, Scott McDonald and Andy Walker also joined the festivities.
Former Liverpool and Scotland footballer Gary McCallister supported the southside club along with former Motherwell Captain Stephen Craigan.
While wrestler-turned-TV-star, Grado and much-loved traditional musician, Phil Cunningham enjoyed the celebrations.
Ms Clark was overwhelmed by the support the club has received from such well-known faces.
Ms Clark: "This is such a special year for the club and we're thrilled that all these well-known stars of music, TV and sport have played their part in the celebrations.
"It's wonderful to think our little club has made a big impact on all these famous faces."
The next event on the club's centenary social calendar is an open day on May 30 where visitors will get to relive memories from the club's 100 year history.
There will also be a wooden racquet competition along with family activities and the presentation of a birthday cake.
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