Tributes have been paid to Billy Hails after the former Watford physio passed away at the age of 82.
Hails joined Watford in 1979 and was part of the Hornets backroom staff during their hugely successful period under Graham Taylor in the 1980’s.
A winger during his playing career, Hails made a name for himself with Peterborough United where he made 318 appearances and also managed the club for a brief spell.
His 114 goals, 28 of which came in 94 Football League outings, makes him Posh’s seventh highest scorer of all time.
Billy’s son, Julian, spoke of his family’s sadness at his passing on the Peterborough website.
He said: “We are shocked and deeply saddened by the sudden loss of our wonderful dad Billy.
"In recent years he has been coping amazingly well with Alzheimer's and has inspired us all with his spirit in the face of adversity.
“He will be greatly missed by all his children, grand-children and extended family.”
RIP Billy Hails (Pictured Far Left) another legend of @watfordfc has passed #watfordfc pic.twitter.com/reJaDAXknw
— Shorty (@enjooooythegame) March 21, 2017
Just heard the news that former physio at Watford FC Billy Hails as passed away, Billy was such a lovely kind man , say hello to GT Billy x
— Tony Coton TC (@CotonAnthony) March 21, 2017
Sad to hear of the passing of former @WatfordFC physio, Billy Hails. A loyal servant to the club over many years.A true gentleman.
— Nigel Gibbs (@Sir_NG) March 20, 2017
SAD NEWS | The club is saddened to hear of the death of former player Billy Hails. Hails made 318 appearances in total for the club.
— Peterborough United (@theposhofficial) March 20, 2017
RIP Billy Hails pic.twitter.com/veCrrBriSS
— Old Watford FC (@OldWatford) March 21, 2017
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