Stephen Kilcar Ritchie (born 17 February 1954) is a Scottish former footballer. Ritchie played as a forward for Bristol City, Greenock Morton, Hereford United, Aberdeen, Torquay United, and Yeovil Town. He is the brother of former Bristol City player Tom Ritchie.
Ritchie joined Bristol City as an apprentice before signing as a professional in October 1971.
In 1972, he moved to Greenock Morton, where he made 65 league appearances and scored three goals.
In 1975, Ritchie signed for Hereford United, making 102 league appearances and scoring three goals.
In March 1978, Ritchie joined Aberdeen in a ã10,000 transfer from Hereford. He scored a goal for Aberdeen in the 1978 Scottish Cup Final, but the team lost 2âÂÂ1 to Rangers. His mis-hit shot deceived Rangers goalkeeper Peter McCloy.
After falling out of favour with Aberdeen manager Alex Ferguson, Ritchie was released on a free transfer. In March 1979, he joined Torquay United. He played 58 league matches and scored twice for Torquay.
In June 1980, Ritchie signed for Yeovil Town. He served as club captain during the 1982âÂÂ83 season.
In the summer of 1983, Ritchie joined Trowbridge Town.