Willie Heidelburg—1968-69 Wildcat Football

   Willie Heidelburg led the Pearl River College Wildcats to an undefeated and state championship crown in 1969.

   Heidelburg graduated from John Jefferson High School in Purvis and played for the 'Cats in the fall of '68 and '69.  He holds the record here at PRC for the most yards gained in a season with 910.  Willie is also listed for scoring three touchdowns in one game twice.

   Heidelburg transferred to the University of Southern Mississippi where he nailed down a starting position for the Golden Eagles.  He is still remembered for his outstanding play in USM's shocking win over the Ole Miss Rebels.

   Willie has a B.S. degree from USM and a master's in health and physical education from Jackson State University.  He has been a teacher and coach at Jackson Murrah High School since 1973.  He was assistant coach to the boys and girls basketball teams form 1982-1986 and and has been the head track coach since 1982.  He continues to be the assistant football coach.

   Willie is still 5'6", 150 pounds and single.