Chris Griffin
Bio
Chris Griffin was recruited to play golf at Roane State in 1978. During his first year, he qualified for the 1980 JUCO National Championship in Fort Myers, Fla.
After two years, Griffin transferred to Tennessee Tech University, where he obtained his electrical engineering degree while lettering in golf. He was then hired by TVA where he worked for 38 years before the restart of the program in 2022.
Coach Griffin has been Roane State's men's golf coach since the restart of the program in 2018. He also coached the women's team for their first two seasons. During his tenure, the men's golf team has:
• Won numerous team tournaments
• Had 6 individuals win medalist tournaments
• Sent players and teams to the national tournament 2019 - 2025
• Won the Southeast District Conference Tournament (2023 & 2024)
Griffin's 2022-2023 team also became the first to participate as a team in the DII National Championship and produced the first two players in program history to make All-American. In total, 5 RSCC Raiders have made All American under his tenure.
Chris says his love for coaching began with watching and coaching his three children while they participated in youth sports.
Coach Griffin says his goal has been creating a culture of family and fun.