Bio

The 2016 season will be Gary Watkins Jr. fourth season on the Citrus College Football staff, and second as the offensive coordinator. Watkins came to the Owls after spending three seasons as the offensive coordinator at East Nashville High School. Prior to that, Watkins spent four seasons, as the quarterbacks coach, offensive line coach, and passing game coordinator at Monte Vista High School, helping lead Monte Vista to two CIF Playoff Appearances.

Before settling into the coaching ranks, Watkins Jr. was a four year starter on the offensive line at Chapman University. Watkins Jr. prepped at Monte Vista High School, where he was a 1st team All-League and 2nd team All-County honoree. Watkins Jr. also was selected to participate in the California Shrine All-Star Game while attending Monte Vista.

Watkins Jr. holds a Bachelors Degree in Liberal Studies from Chapman University. He currently resides in Chino, CA with his wife Leah and their two daughters Peyton and Jordan.