Coach Bradford: Decades of Dedication as a Bus Driver and Community Mentor

A Lifetime of Service

• 🚌 Willie Bradford, a 72-year-old bus driver in Cedar Hill, has dedicated 48 years to driving, first trucks and now school buses.
• 💡 He views his role as more than just transportation, emphasizing that he's "hauling precious cargo, which is our kids."

Beyond the Wheel: Coaching and Mentorship

• 🏅 For four decades, Bradford has also coached kids in football and basketball, earning the nickname "Coach Bradford."
• 🎯 He believes he plays a significant part in the lives of the children he interacts with.

Positive Impact on Young Lives

• ✅ Coach Bradford strives to be a positive influence, stating, "We can't add nothing negative to their life. All we can do is add something positive."
• 🏆 He recognizes that children want honesty, direction, and to be recognized for good behavior, which he facilitates by giving out trophies.
• ❤️ He likens giving out trophies to giving love, emphasizing the importance of support for children.

Continued Passion and Joy

• 🌟 Bradford continues to drive because he finds joy in it, stating he'll stop "till I wake up one morning and it's not fun anymore."
• ✨ He focuses on the yellow bus and bringing joy, finding it a source of happiness.