University of St. Thomas Athletics

Hall of Fame

John Pates
John Pates
  • Induction:
    1977
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John Pates graduated from the University of St. Thomas with a BA in 1935. After he graduated, Pates became the public-addres announcer for Tommie football and basketball from 1940-1983. He announced all but one Tommie home football and basketball game on his career.

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