Watkins hired By Mississippi State

Byhalia, Mississippi native Ladarius Watkins has been hired by Mississippi State University as Coordinator of Event Management and Facility Operations. Watkins graduated from Jackson State University with an undergraduate in Physical Education and Recreation and a master’s in Sports Science.

Watkins interned with Jackson State in the athletics division, working in game day operations with Dr. Derek Scott.

He said Scott brought him into the industry and has taught him. Watkins also worked with EventsDC in the summer of 2020 with their public safety department.

Watkins said he gives God all the praises. He wants to continue to network and build relationships and keep a positive attitude as he continues to grow. Watkins thanks his mother, cousins, and aunts for the endless support through college and especially his late mentor Derrick Parker.