University of Texas-Pan American

The UTPA Department of Intercollegiate Athletics has also made a commitment to improving existing athletic facilities during his tenure. Of note are the new spacious locker rooms with adjoining team meeting rooms and office suites for men's and women's basketball along with women's volleyball. To meet the academic needs of all Bronc and Lady Bronc student-athletes, a new Student-Athlete Learning Center has been established. During the fall of 2003, UTPA opened its first ever strength and conditioning facility for athletics. In addition, The Broncs' baseball program now plays in a $6.5 million state-of-the-art complex. Finally, the athletic administrative offices have been expanded and renovated. "Our athletic program has established a solid foundation upon which to build future successes. It is a program that we can all be proud of. My stay at UTPA has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my professional career and one that I wouldn't trade for anything. I look forward to following the continued success of UTPA athletics and will remain close as a lifelong member of the Bronc and Lady Bronc family," Weidner concluded. Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine Jim Lancaster will serve as the Interim Director of Athletics at UTPA beginning on November 1st while a national search is conducted for Weidner's successor.