Gene Watson

It is with a heavy heart that we extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Gene Watson. Gene was a household name in the gymnastics community whose impact is immeasurable.  Our community as a whole is better for the man he was and the contributions he made to our sport.

Gene was named a CGA Honor Coach Award recipient in 2016, recognizing a coach with 25 years or more in the sport. The award reads as follows: “In recognition of his service in coaching and developing gymnastics for over twenty-five years. He has gained the respect of his associates in the gymnastics world by his inspiring example and accomplishments.” A truer statement could not be written about Gene Watson.

He was one of the more influential coaches in the Junior ranks and coached many gymnasts who went on to achieve greatness at the collegiate level. He was a constant fixture on the USAG Junior National Coaching Staff, a non-stop presenter at USAG Congresses, and at the end of the day - a great man and a great friend.  Rest in Peace Gene from all your friends at the College Gymnastics Association.