Weldon Nelms returns to coach Iowa Park football after 27 years
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 9:03 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Weldon Nelms has taken over as head football coach at Iowa Park, Texas, after 27 years. Nelms, who coached the Hawks from 1994 to 1999, is leading a roster of about 32 players, including 12 seniors, as the team prepares for a transition to Class 4A Division II. He expressed excitement about working with the players and noted that several underclassmen could play key roles. Iowa Park has five nondistrict games before district play begins, with their season opener set for August 28 against Henrietta High School. Nelms aims for the team to develop cohesively and perform effectively as a unit throughout the season.
- •Nelms coached Iowa Park from 1994 to 1999.
- •Hawks have 32 players, including 12 seniors.
- •Iowa Park prepares for Class 4A Division II competition.
- •Season opener is on August 28 against Henrietta High School.
- •Nelms emphasizes team cohesion over individual standout players.
- 9:03 AMYahoo Sports — Why did Weldon Nelms return to coach Iowa Park football after 27 years?
"Weldon Nelms returns to Iowa Park football after 27 years, taking over a Hawks team preparing for a move to Class 4A-Division II.
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