Raymond Ransom

Athletics, Administrator, Science, Administration
805-684-4127 x253
Wade_Ransom@cate.org

AS, Fairleigh Dickinson University
BS, Fairleigh Dickinson University
MS, Seton Hall University
Appointed: 2008

Wade Ransom has served as Cate’s Director of Athletics since 2008, bringing a wealth of experience from his work in physical therapy, collegiate athletics, and the National Football League. Dedicated to education-based athletic programs, Wade has coached football, basketball, and lacrosse at both the boys’ and girls’ levels.

A two-time recipient of the CIF-Southern Section MVP AD Award (2016, 2017), Wade is deeply involved in regional athletics, serving on CIF advisory committees for football and lacrosse and as President of the Southern Section 8-Player Football Coaches Association. He is also a past board member of the Santa Barbara Athletic Roundtable.

Known for his culinary skills, Wade enjoys hosting events like the annual Mesa Super Bowl Party and Cate’s largest homemade pizza party. He also DJs and digs through record crates in his spare time. Wade lives on the Mesa with his wife, Jana, their daughter, Rachel, and their Aussiedoodle, Buxton.