Rudy Rocha retires as an assistant principal and head cross country coach from Cuero ISD. Rocha, a 1987 graduate of Cuero High School and former All-American runner took over as the Head Coach of Victoria College’s Cross Country Team in October, guiding the Pirates to a successful season and sending three runners to compete in the NJCAA Division I Championships in Huntsville, Alabama. Rocha also launched VC’s Track and Field Program last spring. 
Embarking on his first full season as the Pirates’ Head Coach, he is eager to build on the previous season’s achievements. The return of Garza to VC, coupled with the inclusion of three freshmen, notably the program’s first female athlete, is certainly uplifting. Such diversity promises to introduce a fresh perspective and new dynamics to the team.
Beyond his coaching duties, Rocha, along with his wife Jeanette, run the Green Cow Creamery, which has outlets in Victoria and Cuero. Despite retiring from Cuero High School in June, Rocha remains an active contributor to his community. Juggling these responsibilities will undoubtedly require immense dedication and effective time management. It will be fascinating to observe how these experiences shape his coaching approach and reciprocally, how his coaching experiences influence his other endeavors.
