Texas College Men's Football

Andrew Bates is from Pine Bluff Ar. He is a graduate from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. He is married and has two Children. The reason Coach Bates coaches is to impact the lives of young men. He believes in utilizing the game of football as a tool to help develop and teach young men about life. Coach Bates has coached for seven seasons and has made a major impact in the lives of his players. Coach Bates has a heart to serve and mentor young people. When not coaching, Coach Bates serves at a Non-Organization, CarePortal, as a Schools Ambassador. The organization helps meet the needs of vulnerable children and Families that are in need. In his leisure time, he enjoys fishing, cycling, and playing musical instruments. Coach Bates is a former Educator in the State of Texas. He served as a History Teacher. He was celebrated for his teaching efforts after consistently having his students score above average on the States exam, The Starr. In addition to teaching, He has Coached in two of DFW largest districts, Fort Worth ISD and Dallas ISD. His last stop being the Historic David W Carter High School in Dallas TX. While at David Carter he served as the Offensive Line Coach and Run Game Coordinator.  Unfortunately, His playing career was cut short immediately after his High School Career due to injuries. Yet, he has never stopped loving the game. He continued to study the game and help out his peers as a student coach. During that time he developed a passion for coaching.  Now, Coach Bates is the Offensive Line Coach & Run Game Coordinator in his first season at Texas College. He is a motivated and detailed coach who is eager to help develop our players on and off the field.

               Stefan L. Cotton Chief of Staff & Running Back Coach                  Texas College