Tenured Gators coach loves the game

For Gatewood head football coach Jeff Ratliff, the start of a new season still brings the same excitement, even after more than three decades on the sidelines.

Entering his 33rd season overall in coaching and his 16th at Gatewood, including 14 years as its head coach, Ratliff said the routine may be exceedingly familiar, but the excitement remains.

“I love football; I really do. I love the kids, and…