Spud Adams begins his second year as a volunteer assistant coach after serving two years as a manager for the Bulldogs. Adams fills the position that was held by Dr. David Szymanski who is now the strength and conditioning coach for the team. [quote]Spud brings a great deal of youth and enthusiasm to our coaching staff,[quote] Tech head coach Wade Simoneaux said. [quote]He also brings a good work ethic, which will benefit not only the team, but specifically the catchers and infielders.[quote] The native of Atlanta, Texas played two years of collegiate baseball. At Angelina Junior College in Lufkin, Texas, he played second base, third base and outfield. He was awarded all-conference as a freshman and a sophomore. After playing baseball at Angelina, Adams transferred to Tech. At Atlanta High School, he was a three-year letterman for the Rabbits as the starting shortstop. Adams was awarded all-district, all-area and all-state as a junior and a senior. He was also named district MVP his senior year. Adams graduated from Tech in 2009 with a Bachelor of Science degree in kinesiology and health promotion.