Aaron Watkins (born July 24, 1982) is an American professional golfer who has played on the PGA Tour and the Nationwide Tour.
Early life and amateur career Watkins was born in Winter Park, Florida. He played college golf at Kansas State University,
Professional career In 2004, Watkins turned professional. Watkins spent two years playing on the Gateway Tour where he recorded one win, in 2006. He has since played on the Nationwide Tour in 2007 and 2010–12. His best finish was a playoff loss to Steve Pate at the 2010 Pacific Rubiales Bogota Open.
In 2009, Watkins played on the PGA Tour having come through all three rounds of qualifying school. His best finish was tie for 7th at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans, but made only six cuts and lost his card at the end of the year.
Watkins qualified for the 2012 U. S. Open and finished in a tie for 15th.
Personal life In 2011, Watkins' wife, Jessica, gave birth to a daughter, Ady.
Professional wins (2) Gateway Tour wins (1) No.DateTournamentWinning scoreMargin ofvictoryRunners-up1Jul 7, 2006Desert Summer 5−13 (67-66-69-72=274)6 strokes Óscar Fraustro, Mikkel Reese
Other wins (1) 2004 Southern Arizona Open
Playoff record Nationwide Tour playoff record (0–1) No.YearTournamentOpponentResult12010Pacific Rubiales Bogotá Open Steve PateLost to par on second extra hole
Results in major championships Tournament2012U.S. OpenT15 "T" = tied Note: Watkins only played in the U.S. Open.
See also 2008 PGA Tour Qualifying School graduates 2012 PGA Tour Qualifying School graduates
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