William Penn Bates

William Penn Bates was an American football player and coach in the United States. He played fullback at Brown University for four years, including as captain in 1901.

Coaching career
After graduating in 1902, William Penn Bates was first the head college football coach for the 1903 Auburn Tigers football team. His team compiled a record of 4 wins and 3 losses.

The following year he become the head coach for the Franklin & Marshall Diplomats located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. He held that position for the 1904 and 1905 seasons. His coaching record at Franklin & Marshall was 4 wins and 16 losses. As of the conclusion of the 2010 season, this ranks him #25 at Franklin & Marshall in total wins and #36 at the school in winning percentage (.200).