One of the greats of Grange GAA honoured

GRANGE LEGEND HONOURED: Dave Roche, who has given over 60 years service to Grange GAA, being presented with the Grange GAA Hall of Fame Award by Jerry Bermingham in The Long Bar, Fermoy last Friday night; on the right is club historian, Christy Roche, who composed a poem in Dave's honour. (Picture: John Ahern)

Players, mentors and supporters of Grange GAA met in The Long Bar, Fermoy last Friday night to pay tribute to Dave Roche.

Known and respected throughout GAA circles, Dave has given a lifetime of service to Grange Football Club, where he has filled all the officership positions, as well as serving as coach and selector.

He also found time to attend board meetings and referee many high profile games.

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