A true playmaker wants the ball in his hands on every important play. On Friday night, Wharton senior safety Jairus Jones was that playmaker. ...more

October 11, 2008

THE DIFFERENCE: After holding onto a slim 7-6 lead at halftime, Wharton (2-2) converted big plays into touchdowns on its way to a win against Sickles (0-4) in front of a homecoming crowd at Wharton. ...more

September 27, 2008

THE DIFFERENCE: Despite entering the game with an 0-2 record and gaining just 197 total yards and nine first downs, Wharton's maligned offense also was its best defense. The Wildcats gained 213 yards, including 138 rushing, and 13 first downs. More importantly, they ran 51 plays to visiting East Bay's 35, keeping the Indians' potent rushing attack off the field. ...more

September 20, 2008

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September 19, 2008

If you ask Alyssa Franks how she likes running cross country at Wharton High, be prepared for a joyous response. ...more

September 11, 2008

Wharton offensive lineman Hunter Stout will have to act as a bodyguard this season. No one is to harm quarterback Andrew Clifford under his watch. ...more

September 4, 2008

The Ravens certainly have the defense to make a return to the playoffs. Led by defensive tackle and FSU commitment Demonte McAllister, the defensive line creates a lot of pressure and major headaches for opposing offenses. ...more

August 31, 2008

The Tribune is counting down the top 10 Hillsborough County football teams. Today: No. 7 Wharton. The rankings were compiled in a vote by the Tribune's four staffers who cover high school football and Dan Lucas of WFLA, Ch. 8. ...more

August 22, 2008

The coaches from Friday's jamboree at King talked a lot about the importance of keeping perspective. ...more

May 24, 2008

Plant's Givens Invited To Baseball Classic Plant junior shortstop/pitcher Mychal Givens has received an invitation to the Aflac All-American High School Baseball Classic, Panthers coach Dennis Braun said Thursday. ...more

May 9, 2008