AN optometrists in Scotland has launched a sponsorship to raise awareness of eye health among rugby players.

Black & Lizars has agreed a three-year sponsorship with Glasgow-based amateur rugby club Cartha Queen’s Park.

The agreement will see Black & Lizars branding appear across pitchside advertising at Dumbreck, where Cartha play their home matches, as they become the club’s “optical and audiological advisor”.

As part of the agreement, the club’s players will be offered free enhanced eye exams.