Born in Biddeford, Maine in 1930, “Coach” Bob Cote is a legend in the Biddeford-Saco area as a highly respected athlete, teacher and three sport coach.
He is well-known for his string of winning records, championships and awards. While at Boston College, he received the Varsity Club Trophy for being the top scholar-athlete. He was inducted into the Maine Sports Hall of Fame.
In addition to his professional accomplishments,he is recognized for his character and devotion to his family and community.
ROBERT R. “BOB” COTE
INTERVIEW DETAILS
Date of Interview: April 23, 2019
Location: Cote residence, Old Orchard Beach Maine
Interviewer: Nicole Morin-Scribner
Transcriber: Nicole Morin-Scribner
SELECTED INTERVIEW HIGHLIGHTS
- Life growing up in Biddeford during the 1930’s -1940’s, including impact of the Depression
- Experience as a student-athlete in high school and at Boston College
- Helping out during the fire of 1947
- The role of sports in the Biddeford-Saco area
- Coaching strategies and using French as an advantage.
- Making the announcement that St. Louis High School was closing
- Setting a priority to balance career and family. Passing up an opportunity at BC, “I want to be a coach, but I also want to be a father.”
DEMOGRAPHICS
Birthplace: Biddeford Maine
Education: St Joseph’s School, Biddeford
St Louis High School, Biddeford
Boston College, Massachusetts BS Economics
University of Maine, Orono, Masters History
Ethnic Identification: Franco-American
A WORTHY HONOR FOR A MAN WHO BUILT MEMORIES, AND CHARACTER, Portland Press Herald, June 1999
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