The Book on Coates: Established midfielder that acts as a main transitioner from the defense to the offense..easily reads the field and makes smart play decisions..has quick feet and impressive touch to the ball.

2007: Played 14 games and started nine...scored one game winning goal...gave out two assist...put up four points...

2006: Started all 17 games of the season...recorded two goals...put up five assists...generated nine points

High School: Talented athlete in both soccer and basketball at Warren Hills High School, where he earned first team All-Conference and All-Area honors while receiving an honorable mention for All-State.

Personal: Born Michael Coates..son of Jeff and Kim Coates..has older brother Chris (24) and younger sister Brianna (18)..nickname is Coatesy..lists golf, basketball, texting and sleeping as his hobbies and math as a favorite subject..majoring in History.