University of South Alabama Athletics

2026: Outdoor — Competed in the javelin throughout the season ... recorded a season-best throw of 52.48 meters (172-2) to place sixth at the Terry Long Florida State Relays ... placed sixth at the Josh Reidinger Invite with a throw of 49.04 meters (160-11) ... finished seventh at the South Alabama Invitational and eighth at both the Jaguar Invitational and Southern Miss Invitational.

High School: Attended Enterprise High School in Enterprise, Ala… Competed in throws, earning First Team All-State honors in 2025… Holds the school record in the javelin (52.2m)… Also played football and competed in wrestling, showcasing his strength and athletic versatility.

Personal: From Enterprise, Alabama… Son of Chris and Christie Mitten… Also known by the nicknames John Parker and JP… A Mitchell Scholar at South Alabama… Favorite sports teams include the Atlanta Falcons, Alabama Crimson Tide, and Atlanta Braves… Enjoys fishing and reading in his free time… Favorite movie is Whiplash and favorite book is Atomic Habits.

Major: Business