Career
2014
Bates was named in " team for the first time on 21 April 2014, for the match against Wigan Warriors. He made his professional debut in this match, when he came on as a replacement for Jamal Fakir after 18 minutes, but was unable to prevent Bradford from succumbing to a 84-6 defeat. He appeared again in the following match against Warrington Wolves.
In June 2014, he signed a new two-year contract with 2015
Bates did not feature in any of the pre-season friendlies.
Near the start of the season Bates was released from the club