John Gates – Broadcaster
Name: John Gates
Hometown: Westerly, RI
Position/Title: Broadcasteer
First Season Working at Stafford: 2015
First Season Working in racing: 1964
Occupation: Water Pollution Control Plant Manager in Pawcatuck, CT
Marital Status: Married – Ruth Ann
Children: John, Jr., Emily, Megan
Non-Racing Hobbies: Camping, Fixing Cars, Spending Time With Family
Favorite Racing Personality: Dale Earnhardt, Jr.
Favorite Non-Racing Sport & Team: Football – N.E. Patriots, close second is Boston Red Sox and UCONN Women’s Basketball
Favorite Television Show: King of Queens
Favorite Musical Artist or Group: The Eagles