Varner played at Continental Basketball Association (CBA) during 1983–84 season, with Sarasota Stingers and Wisconsin Flyers.
In 1985–86 season Varner 1985–86 FIBA Korać Cup lead PAOK at group stage.
At the first round after a 105–87 defeat from BC Levski Sofia, Varner scored 36 points and a goal-foul at the last second of the second game and gave the victory to his team with 104–83.
At group stage Varner scored 35 against Auxilium Pallacanestro Torino, 30 against KK Zadar, and 33 against his later club Olympique Antibes.
[1] Varner was named LNB Pro A MVP foreigner player for his performance with Olympique Antibes.