Willie Heidelberg 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. At the time of his induction, Heidelberg held the record here at PRC for the most yards gained in a season with 910. Heidelberg is also listed for scoring three touchdowns in one game twice.

Heidelberg 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.

Heidelberg has a B.S. degree from USM and a master's in health and physical education from Jackson State University. Heidelberg taught and coached at Jackson Murrah High School beginning in 1973. He was assistant coach to the boys and girls basketball teams form 1982-1986 and was the head track coach beginning in 1982.