Weatherford College
Weatherford College is a public community college in Weatherford, Texas, with a branch campus in nearby Wise County.
Organization and administration
As defined by the Texas Legislature, the official service area of WC includes all of Jack, Palo Pinto, Parker, Hood and Wise Counties.Ultimate responsibility for governance of the college is vested by state statute in a district board of trustees with seven members. Executive responsibility for administering policies of the board is delegated to the president of the college, who is assisted by the administrative officers.
Student life
Athletics
Baseball, Softball, Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball, Men and Women's Tennis, Men and Women's Golf, Women's Volleyball and RodeoBaseball
34 former Coyote baseball players have played professionally, including four major leaguers:
- Jake Arrieta, professional baseball player for the Philadelphia Phillies.
- Ryan Brasier, Major League Pitcher and World Series Champion with the Boston Red Sox
- German Duran, professional baseball infielder.
- Tejay Antone, professional baseball player for the Cincinnati Reds.
- Harvey Catchings, former professional basketball player.
- Olga Firsova, former professional basketball player.
- Leta Andrews, holds the record for most wins by a high school basketball coach.
- Stedman Graham, an American educator, author, businessman, and public speaker.
- Jerod Turner, professional golfer.
Student housing
In the fall of 2024 Durant Hall was opened. This 118 room facility maintains four bedroom suites similar to Coyote Village. Named after long time Weatherford College supporters Vickie and Jerry Durant, this building is noteworthy for its Western ski lodge like decor including floor to ceiling fireplaces and elkhorn chandeliers.