Hugh Cochrane (footballer) facts for kids
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| Personal information | |||
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| Full name | Hugh Cochrane | ||
| Date of birth | 9 February 1943 | ||
| Place of birth | Glasgow, Scotland | ||
| Date of death | 17 August 2020 (aged 77) | ||
| Playing position | Inside forward | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| Dennistoun Waverley | |||
| 1961–1963 | Dundee United | 0 | (0) |
| 1963–1965 | Barnsley | 5 | (0) |
| 1965–1966 | Wimbledon | ||
| 1966–1969 | Ashford Town (Kent) | ||
| 1969–1971 | Margate | ||
| 1971 | Romford | ||
| 1971–1972 | Ramsgate | ||
| Wombwell Sporting Association | |||
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Hugh ("Hughie") Cochrane (born February 9, 1943 – died August 17, 2020) was a Scottish professional footballer. He played as an inside forward, which is a type of attacking player. Hughie was born in Glasgow, Scotland.
He started his football journey playing for a junior team called Dennistoun Waverley. Junior football often means amateur or youth leagues. Later, in 1961, he signed with Dundee United.
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Hughie Cochrane's Football Career
Hughie Cochrane played for several football clubs during his career. He moved between different levels of the sport.
Early Club Days
After joining Dundee United in 1961, Hughie stayed with the team until 1963. However, he did not play in any first-team games for them.
In August 1963, he signed with Barnsley. This club played in the English Football League, which is a major professional league in England. He played in five Football League matches for Barnsley.
Non-League Football
After leaving Barnsley, Hughie Cochrane played for several "non-League" teams. Non-League football means teams that are not part of the top professional leagues. These teams often play in regional or semi-professional leagues.
He played for clubs like Wimbledon, Ashford Town, and Margate. He also played for Romford and Ramsgate.
Player and Manager Role
Later in his career, Hughie Cochrane took on a new role. He became both a player and a manager for Wombwell Sporting Association. This meant he played on the team while also leading and coaching them.
Hughie Cochrane passed away on August 17, 2020, at the age of 77.
