Early Life and Background
Gunner Duvall Stockton was born on April 6, 2004, in Tiger, Georgia. His name carries deep family significance: he is named after his great-grandfather V.D. Stockton, who served in World War II as an aerial gunner.
Stockton grew up in a tight-knit community. His family has long roots in Georgia football — his grandfather, Lawrence Stockton, was a University of Georgia alumnus and a passionate Bulldogs fan.
Family: Parents & Siblings
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Parents:
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Rob Stockton (father) was a standout safety for Georgia Southern.
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Sherrie Stockton (mother) played college basketball at Erskine College and later became a guidance counselor at Rabun County High School.
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Sibling:
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Gunner has one older sister, Georgia Stockton, who played basketball for Presbyterian College.
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According to family stories, his parents named his sister “Georgia” because of their deep connection to the University of Georgia.
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Class Year (Is He a Senior?)
As of now, Gunner Stockton is listed as a junior on the Georgia Bulldogs football roster. He joined the University of Georgia in 2022, redshirting his first year, and started gaining playing opportunities later.
Age
Born in April 2004, Gunner Stockton is 21 years old (as of late 2025).
Girlfriend / Relationship Status
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There is no verified public information confirming that Gunner Stockton has a girlfriend.
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According to multiple reliable sources, he keeps his personal life very private, with no confirmed romantic relationships.
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Some rumors have circulated online, but they appear to be based on confusion or misinformation — for example, some auto-generated biographies mix him up with other athletes.
Additional Notes & Insight
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Gunner’s love for football seems deeply rooted in his family’s tradition: his father played at Georgia Southern, and his grandfather was a die-hard UGA fan.
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He started playing quarterback at a very young age under the mentorship of George Bobo, whose son (Mike Bobo) later became Georgia’s offensive coordinator.
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Despite his rise in college football, Stockton stays grounded — for example, he still drives his grandfather’s old Ford truck.
