Rutgers University Athletics

Bateman directed the Scarlet Knights to an 8-1 record in his first season and followed that with an unblemished 9-0 mark in 1961, the first undefeated season for Rutgers. In his 13 seasons as head coach, Rutgers posted a mark of 73-51. Fondly known as "Dr. John," Bateman had a storied coaching career, which was highlighted by the 1969 Centennial Game victory over Princeton.