Wharton — Wharton — a college & pro athletic pipeline
6 alumni who reached major-college or pro sports
Wharton High School, a familiar name in Texas 4A athletics, has seen a number of its former student-athletes go on to play at major college or professional levels. The school's history includes alumni who have played in the NFL, representing Wharton on a larger stage. These athletes demonstrate the athletic spirit fostered within the community.
Among those who continued their careers beyond high school are Kellen Heard, a former NFL player, and Jim Kearney, also a former NFL player. Lamar Lathon, a former NFL player, and Leroy Mitchell, a former NFL player, also hail from Wharton. Willie Parker, a former NFL player, and Harrison Stafford, a former NFL player, further contribute to this list of notable alumni.
- Kellen Heard — , former NFL player
- Jim Kearney — , former NFL player
- Lamar Lathon — , former NFL player
- Leroy Mitchell — , former NFL player
- Willie Parker — , former NFL player
- Harrison Stafford — , former NFL player
Willie Parker was a former NFL player.