Teacher/Coach 28 Years (1967 – 1995)

• Eagleville School (1967 – 1976)
  • Girls’ Basketball
    • Record:  187 – 54
  • Boys’ Basketball
    • Record:  140 - 100
• Riverdale High School (1976 – 1995)
  • Girls’ Basketball
    • Record:  228 – 170
    • 1979 TSSAA State Runner-Up (31 – 1)

Principal 9 Years (1995 – 2004)

• Eagleville School (1995 – 2004)

• Mr. Pate was known for his strong involvement in the athletic programs at Eagleville during his tenure as principal
• Eagleville School was awarded the A. F. Bridges State Award of Excellence in 1998 – 99, and again in 2002 – 03
• In 2002, Pate received the Distinguished Service Recognition by the TSSAA
• The TSSAA presented Eagleville School with a National Award of Excellence Certificate
• In 2003 – 04, Pate was awarded the A. F. Bridges Principal of the Year award for Athletic District 4
• Mr. Pate started many new athletic programs and lobbied for several new athletic facilities during his nine year tenure as Eagleville School Principal