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Pat Weis, legendary Women's Golf coach, passes away

Pat Weis, the legendary former University of Texas women's golf coach who began the program in 1969, passed away on Sunday in Austin. A pioneer with an immeasurable impact, Weis transitioned into a Burnt Orange sunset at the age of 89.

Details regarding a Celebration of Life and funeral services are pending and will be shared once finalized.

Weis led the Longhorns to become an official university team in 1973-74 and to achieve varsity status in 1974-75. She directed the Longhorns to great success from 1973-93. Weis joined the University of Texas in 1957 and served as an associate professor in the department of physical education.