Former Bandera Head Football Coach Mike Williamson Survived By His Wife And Kids

Mike Williamson's dedication to the sports will always be remembered.

March 17, 2026

This article was last updated by Pranaya Poudel on March 17, 2026

Mike Williamson, a former head football coach of Bandera High School, passed away in March 2026, leaving his family and loved ones devastated.

His daughter, Taylor Smith Williamson, took to her social media to announce the demise of her beloved father, Mike Williamson.

Coach Williamson was a great coach and an even better man. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Williamson family.

— Bandera High School Athletics (@BHS_DogsSports)

The post states that Mike Williamson passed peacefully surrounded by his longtime wife and three kids after a brief but courageous battle with cancer.

She further shared several pictures on social media, paying tribute to her late father, Mike Williamson.

Similarly, Bandera High School Athletics also took to social media to pay tribute to their longtime head football coach.

The post reads,

Williamson dedicated over 30 years to teaching and coaching and remained the head football coach of Bandera High School for 10 years, where he led the Bulldogs to the 2002 Class 3A Division II State Championship, securing a 27-24 double-overtime victory over Midland Greenwood.

Many of Williamson’s loved ones send their heartfelt condolences to his family in response to his demise.

Mike Williamson is survived by his longtime wife, three daughters, Taylor Smith Williamson, Kay Williamson, and Sherrie Williamson, sons-in-law, grandchildren, and the entire family.

While very little information about his wife, including her name and profession, is available, all his daughters excel in their respective fields.

His daughter, Sherrie, graduated from Southwest Texas State University and lives with her family in Bandera, Texas.

Mike’s other daughter, works at Medina Valley ISD. She attended Bandera High School, where her father served as the head football coach, and graduated from Texas State University.

Very little information is available about his third daughter, Kay Williamson. However, her social media are filled with pictures of her late father, where she often expresses her love and pride for Mike Williamson.

Tributes pour in for the late legendary football coach Mike Williamson!

The recent passing of former Bandera High School head football coach Mike Williamson is a significant loss for the Texas High School football community.

Throughout his career, Williamson was more than just a coach; he was a mentor, a leader, and an inspiration to countless young athletes.

Mike dedicated his life to football. He served as an assistant coach before becoming the head coach at Uvalde High School in 1987.

Over the of tenure with Uvalde High, he led the Coyotes to an impressive 42-23-2 record, becoming one of the most successful coaches in UHS history.

His 1988 team, which finished 12-2, remains one of the best ever to represent Uvalde, winning a district title and advancing to the regional finals.

Before becoming head coach, Williamson also played a crucial role in developing young talent. As the UHS freshman team coach, he achieved an extraordinary 28-0-1 record, preparing players for the challenges of varsity football.

After his tenure in Uvalde, he continued his head coaching journey with Bandera High School.

Moreover, his former players often credit him with instilling in them a sense of discipline, hard work, and responsibility that stayed with them long after their playing days ended.

His legacy in football lives on in the countless athletes he coached.

In Case You Didn’t Know

• In addition to coaching, Mike Williamson worked as a sales representative for Fitness First Sports and Jim Hearn Consulting Services.

• Check other Articles on

Suruchi is a business management student with a strong passion for writing, particularly when it comes to sports. She loves creating articles and blogs that explore various aspects of the sports world. With a curious mind and a love for both academics and creativity, she constantly seeks to expand her knowledge and share her insights through her writing.

Related articles

May 18, 2026

May 18, 2026

May 15, 2026

May 15, 2026

Comments

LEAVE A REPLY

Comment: Please enter your comment! Name:* Please enter your name here Email:* You have entered an incorrect email address! Please enter your email address here

Δ

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam.

Share article

- May 18, 2026 Dalton, a graduate of Paynesville High School, passed away at 30. Dalton was born on July 26, 1995, in Paynesville, Minnesota. His childhood was filled...

- May 18, 2026 A Palm Beach Gardens mother is speaking out after her daughter was reportedly mocked, barked at, and filmed by other girls during a local...

- May 15, 2026 Jerry Lee Singleton, a 1974 graduate of DeKalb High School, where he was a standout athlete, has passed away at 70. Singleton was born on...

- May 15, 2026 Residents living along Blackwell Road in Huthwaite are calling for urgent action after a group of children was repeatedly caught kicking front doors and...

- May 14, 2026 Howard Paul Sr., a graduate of Black River High School, tragically passed away. Paul was born on September 15, 1951, to his father, Arthur, and...