Owasso’s Bill Patterson has been named Assistant Athletic Director for Owasso Public Schools, stepping down from the position of Head Football Coach. During the past nine seasons, Coach Patterson has led the Ram Football Program and ends his tenure as the all-time winningest coach in program history. During his tenure the Rams recorded a record of 70-44 with a District Championship in 2012 and four trips to the State Semi-Finals in 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2014. Patterson’s career coaching record is 111-76.
“The opportunity to be the Head Football Coach here in Owasso has been the highlight of my career. Owasso is a great place to live and coach and the support we have received from the administration and the community has been outstanding. I have had a special relationship with all my coaches and will miss that more than anything. I have also been privileged to work with some outstanding athletes and young men in my time here. I hope that in some way, I have helped them move on to be productive adults in our society. We have had some great moments and what those players have accomplished, both on and off the field, will always be very close to my heart. I am very excited about my new role in the Owasso Athletic Program and hope that I can help the program to continue to grow and reach new heights.” – Bill Patterson
“The Owasso Athletic Department wants to thank Coach Patterson for raising the bar of expectations. Coach Patterson and his staff have taken the Football Program to the next level. Through Coach Patterson’s guidance, many young men have learned the value of hard work, dedication, commitment, and selfless service. These are traits that will follow them through life and make them better men. Coach Patterson has exemplified what a great leader should be.” – Zach Duffield, Athletic Director
“On behalf of Owasso Public Schools and the Board of Education I would like to thank Coach Patterson for his dedication and unwavering loyalty to Owasso Public Schools. Coach Patterson exemplifies the character traits that define the Owasso Way! Coach Patterson will leave behind a legacy here at Owasso for bringing the Football Program to a level that it has never been. His leadership is something that sets him apart. We are thrilled for him to take on a new role in the Athletic Department and his talents will undoubtedly carry over there and help all of our athletic programs.” – Dr. Clark Ogilvie, Superintendent.
