Try GOLD - Free
ROCHE THRIVES ON COMMUNITY DRIVE
Stirling Observer
|June 13, 2025
Strathendrick's gaffer loves team's togetherness on the pitch
Strathendrick coach Eddie Roche says he's loving life in the hotseat as he prepares to take the Fintry club into a new division next time round.
The Kiwi enjoyed a perfect first year in the job as his side enjoyed an unbeaten campaign to romp to glory in the West Region League Division Two, racking up more than 1000 points across a stop-start season.
Now as Roche gives her players some much-needed time off before an assault on the Division One crown, he's spoken to the Observer about his journey from Stateside to the idyllic Stirlingshire countryside ... and the power of the community's togetherness on the pitch.
He said: “I was in Boston but my wife is from Fintry originally and we were looking to move back and did so in late 2023.
This story is from the June 13, 2025 edition of Stirling Observer.
Subscribe to Magzter GOLD to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 10,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
MORE STORIES FROM Stirling Observer
Stirling Observer
Uni study to improve dementia care in Kenya
The University of Stirling is embarking on a major study to transform dementia care in Kenya, where cases of the disease are growing but outcomes for those affected are poor.
2 mins
January 09, 2026
Stirling Observer
Gillian celebrates amazing slimming success
When local woman Gillian Webster tipped the scales at over 16½ stone and was diagnosed as pre-diabetic and asthmatic, even walking her two poodles up a gentle hill left her breathless.
1 min
January 09, 2026
Stirling Observer
Uni lecturers will vote in strike action ballot
Staff to vote over proposed budget cuts and job losses
2 mins
January 09, 2026
Stirling Observer
Revellers toast the new year on board historic steamship
The Steamship Sir Walter Scott Trust has brought an unforgettable steamship 125th anniversary celebration year to a successful close.
2 mins
January 09, 2026
Stirling Observer
Landmarks will shine a light on hospice's work
Landmarks across Forth Valley will be bathed in blue this week to mark the 45th anniversary of Strathcarron Hospice -kickstarting a year of celebrations of vital care.
2 mins
January 07, 2026
Stirling Observer
Crafts at Dobbies
Dobbies Garden Centre in Stirling is inviting customers along to an afternoon of creativity, connection, and cake this January, with a brand-new Crafternoon Tea Club.
1 min
January 07, 2026
Stirling Observer
Gillian celebrates amazing slimming success
When local woman Gillian Webster tipped the scales at over 16½ stone and was diagnosed as pre-diabetic and asthmatic, even walking her two poodles up a gentle hill left her breathless.
1 min
January 07, 2026
Stirling Observer
Uni lecturers will vote in strike action ballot
Staff to vote over proposed budget cuts and job losses
2 mins
January 07, 2026
Stirling Observer
Slimmers thanked for food bank donations
Slimmers from a pair of Stirling weight loss groups have proved that trimming down can also help the community after a bumper festive donation for a food bank.
1 min
January 02, 2026
Stirling Observer
New rail route to begin in May 2026
A new train route from London to Stirling is set to begin in May 2026.
1 min
January 02, 2026
Listen
Translate
Change font size