Delta State University

 - Football
 - One of the best all-around players to ever play for Delta State
 - 4 year starter both ways
 - Played on 1954 undefeated team: 8-0
 - Played on a defense that only allowed 36 points: 1954
 - Selected to All-Opponents Team by Southeast Missouri
 - Averaged 7.5 yards per carry: 1954
 - Averaged 32 yards per punt: 1954
 - One time Delta State javelin throw record holder: 161 feet
 - "Karon Covington may have been the best football player that I ever played with. He could do everything. He was a hard nosed running back, a tough linebacker that would strike you, and a good punter." - Aubrey Rozzell, football teammate