Education
He attended the University of Glasgow and was inextricably linked with Glasgow University Shinty Club.
He attended the University of Glasgow and was inextricably linked with Glasgow University Shinty Club.
Asher lost an eye at the age of 12 after an accident with an air rifle. Although born in Glasgow, he went to school in Nethy Bridge. He was the club"s honorary president until his death.
He received a Blue for playing with the University and also received one for Judo.
After he stopped playing shinty Asher became a very well respected referee. He was to officiate at three Camanachd Cup finals, 1972, 1974 and finally 1991, at the age of 64.
He was a keen hill-walker and his strong physical fitness allowed him to continue to attend games until very late in his life. Asher was entrusted with the Skeabost Horn, one of the finest trophies in the sport.
He spent the final years of his life as a referee assessor.