2023 PFN Profile: Getting to Know Neumann Goretti QB Mekhi Wharton

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Anthony Franklin | April 16, 2023

Mekhi Wharton
Quarterback
Neumann Goretti
Height/Weight: 6-5 215
Jersey #: 10
Class: Senior 2024
Awards: All Catholic Honoree
Twitter: @mekhi_wharton

Coach Albie Crosby says “Mekhi got us to the state title last year. Hes a very big, strong, smart quarterback. Has the prototype body with great vision. He’s a quiet leader and the team gained a lot of confidence in him during that title run. They follow him extremely well. He’s been a leader in the off season too. I expect a great season from him”.

LET’S GET TO KNOW MEKHI

Why do you play football?

I play football for my brothers.

What is your GPA?

4.3

What offers do you currently hold? 

Boston College, Monmouth & University of Delaware

What do you plan to major in? 

Business

Who is your all-time favorite athlete?

Michael Vick

Favorite class? 

Math

Favorite moment of your HS career? 

Making it to the state championship game.

What was the 2022 season like for you? 

It was a great time playing with the guys I played with.

2023 individual & team goals? 

Have the most passing yards & touchdowns in the PCL & win a state championship.

All-time favorite football game to watch (College, HS, Pros)? 

None

Favorite meal? 

Fried chicken, rice & corn.

Favorite play to run and why?

A play called open because it’s always open.

Outside of sports what are your hobbies? 

Playing the game and hanging out with friends.

What scares you the most? 

Nothing

Who is the most inspirational person in your life? 

My dad

What pregame music do you listen to as you prepare for games? 

King Von & NBA Youngboy

Best teammate & why? 

None

Did you play little league football, if so what organization?

Yes the Conshohocken Bears.

What is something folks should know about NG, the football players & coaches? 

You get treated like family & the coaches will always look out for you.

Cheesesteak or Hoagie and what restaurant has the best sandwich?

Cheesesteak from D’alesandros.

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