Coach John Wilkins - 2024 Texas High School Football Hall of Fame

John Wilkins: A Permian Powerhouse
John Wilkins' tenure as head coach of the Odessa Permian Panthers was marked by exceptional success. Coaching the team for over a decade, Wilkins led the Panthers to state titles in 1980 and 1984. His overall record of 148-16-6 makes him one of the winningest coach in Texas high school football.
Wilkins' coaching philosophy and ability to inspire his players were key factors in his teams' successes.