Overview
- The university announced the hire on Tuesday, confirming Bates as the fourth head coach in program history dating to 1994.
- Bates arrives from UCLA after four seasons that included a national championship in 2022.
- She had announced Monday that she was leaving UCLA to pursue other opportunities.
- Bates succeeds Ange Kelly, who led Texas for 14 seasons and will not return for 2026 despite remaining contract years.
- Athletic director Chris Del Conte praised Bates as a proven championship coach and a strong fit for Texas, with reporting labeled as developing.