Austin, Texas, November 26, 2025
Margueritte Bates has been appointed as the new head coach of the University of Texas women’s soccer team after her successful tenure at UCLA, where she led the Bruins to a national championship. Bates takes over from Ange Kelly, who was let go after 14 seasons. Known for her impressive record and innovative coaching style, Bates aims to build a competitive program at Texas while drawing from her extensive background in college soccer.
Austin, Texas – Margueritte Bates Appointed Head Coach of Texas Women’s Soccer
Austin, Texas – Margueritte Bates, who led UCLA to the NCAA women’s soccer national championship in 2022, has been named the new head coach of the University of Texas women’s soccer team. Bates replaces Ange Kelly, who was dismissed from her position on Monday after 14 seasons with the Longhorns.
Coaching Achievements
During her four-year tenure at UCLA, Bates compiled a 67-13-9 record, guiding the Bruins to two Pac-12 championships and four consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances. Notably, she became the first rookie head coach to win the NCAA Division I Women’s Soccer Championship in 2022.
Background on Ange Kelly
Ange Kelly served as the head coach of Texas women’s soccer for 14 years, securing three conference titles, including the school’s first Southeastern Conference title in 2024. However, the team faced challenges in achieving consistent postseason success, with their best NCAA Tournament finishes being two Sweet 16 appearances in 2017 and 2023.
About Margueritte Bates
A native of Piscataway, New Jersey, Bates played college soccer at Santa Clara University from 2008 to 2011, earning a degree in psychology. Before her tenure at UCLA, she was an assistant coach at Stanford University from 2015 to 2021, contributing to two NCAA Championships and five consecutive Pac-12 titles.
Looking Ahead
Bates expressed enthusiasm about leading the Texas program, emphasizing the university’s tradition of excellence and her vision for building a competitive team. Her appointment marks a new chapter for Texas women’s soccer as they aim to achieve greater success under her leadership.
Key Features of the Appointment
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| New Head Coach | Margueritte Bates |
| Previous Position | Head Coach at UCLA |
| Coaching Record at UCLA | 67-13-9 over four seasons |
| Notable Achievement | First rookie head coach to win NCAA Division I Women’s Soccer Championship in 2022 |
| Previous Coaching Experience | Assistant Coach at Stanford University (2015-2021) |
| Education | Degree in Psychology from Santa Clara University |
| Previous Head Coach | Ange Kelly |
| Tenure of Previous Head Coach | 14 years at Texas |
| Previous Head Coach Achievements | Three conference titles, including first Southeastern Conference title in 2024 |
| Previous Head Coach Dismissal | Dismissed after 14 seasons due to inconsistent postseason success |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who is Margueritte Bates?
Margueritte Bates is the newly appointed head coach of the University of Texas women’s soccer team. She previously served as the head coach at UCLA, leading the team to the NCAA women’s soccer national championship in 2022.
What is Margueritte Bates’ coaching record at UCLA?
During her four-year tenure at UCLA, Bates compiled a 67-13-9 record, guiding the Bruins to two Pac-12 championships and four consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances.
Why was Ange Kelly dismissed as head coach of Texas women’s soccer?
Ange Kelly was dismissed after 14 seasons as head coach of Texas women’s soccer. Despite winning three conference titles, including the school’s first Southeastern Conference title in 2024, the team faced challenges in achieving consistent postseason success, with their best NCAA Tournament finishes being two Sweet 16 appearances in 2017 and 2023.
What is Margueritte Bates’ background in soccer?
Bates played college soccer at Santa Clara University from 2008 to 2011, earning a degree in psychology. Before her tenure at UCLA, she was an assistant coach at Stanford University from 2015 to 2021, contributing to two NCAA Championships and five consecutive Pac-12 titles.
What are Margueritte Bates’ plans for the Texas women’s soccer program?
Bates expressed enthusiasm about leading the Texas program, emphasizing the university’s tradition of excellence and her vision for building a competitive team. Her appointment marks a new chapter for Texas women’s soccer as they aim to achieve greater success under her leadership.
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