The winningest boys basketball coach in CHS history, guided three straight Bulldog teams to the state tournament in the 1980’s. Teams had a 447-143 record from 1973-91, including 11 district titles, five region championships, and five sub-state game appearances, winning three. He was named conference coach of the year nine times, and was twice named to coach in the Tennessee Athletic Coaches Association statewide all-star game.

“It is an honor to be recognized among this elite group,” Watson said.  “I was fortunate to coach five of this year’s inductees and what a joy it was.

“It’s not often that you get to do what you want to do, for as long as you want to, and enjoy everyday of it, but I did and I am thankful for it.  Thank you.”