East Tennessee State University

While golfing for the Bucs from 1971 until 1973, Robert “Bobby” Watkins was a two-time All-American and led the Bucs golf team to a Top-25 ranking. In 1972, Watkins finished twelfth at the NCAA Championships and won the long-drive competition. He has played professionally since 1973 and has over $7 million in earnings since that time. Watkins posted victories at the 1978 European Open and the 1979 and 1986 Dunlop Phoenix Open in Japan. In 1982, Watkins added ETSU Athletic Hall of Fame member to his list of golf accomplishments.