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big-mo
27-11-2015, 10:25 AM
Season 1980-81



11th October, Best played his last game for Hibs, a 2-0 win over Falkirk.

November, due to ill health Willie Ormond resigned as manager.

Another former player, Bertie Auld, was appointed manager.

28th April, Hibs beat Raith Rovers at Easter Road 2-0 and win the First Division by six points. Hibs pass Hearts on their way down as they are relegated again.

3rd May, Arthur Duncan was awarded a testimonial and Hibs played an International Select. Hibs lost 4-3.

The year in the First Division had cost the club dearly and Auld’s style of play had not enticed the fans back. One of Auld’s positives was that he had entered Hibs into a profession youth set-up which was to later yield benefits.

Season results –
Scottish Cup 5th round
League Cup Q/F
League Div1 1/14 Pld39 W25 D8 L6 F67 A22 Pts58 (promoted)