7-foot-3 former pro basketball player sworn in as Texas police officer

Jordan Wilmore, who stands 7 feet 3 inches tall, has officially been sworn in as a Texas police officer, fulfilling a lifelong dream that had nothing to do with basketball.

A different dream

Wilmore said that because of his extraordinary height, people assumed throughout his life that he was destined to play basketball professionally.

He did go on to play professional basketball, but he says his true ambition was always to become a law enforcement officer.

Following his passion

After his basketball career, Wilmore pursued that goal and recently took the oath of office as a Texas police officer.

His story highlights the importance of following one's own path rather than living up to others' expectations.

Inspiring others

Featured in a story by Steve Hartman, Wilmore's journey has resonated with many because it shows:

• Success can come in more than one career.

• Personal dreams don't have to match public expectations.

• It's never too late to pursue a calling that feels meaningful.

Bottom line

Jordan Wilmore may be known for his remarkable 7-foot-3 stature and basketball career, but his proudest achievement is becoming a Texas police officer—a profession he says he wanted long before anyone expected him to play basketball.