Otis Burrell (born May 9, 1944) is an American track and field athlete, primarily known for the high jump where he is a four time American champion outdoors, including three straight victories[1] and a one time indoor champion.

[4] Jefferson is the same high school as Olympic champion Charles Dumas, the first man to jump 7 feet.

Burrell then went to Los Angeles Valley College[5] and University of Nevada, Reno.

Burrell now coaches for Palos Verdes Peninsula High School.

[7] Burrell remains active in masters athletics, competing in the high jump and hurdles.