Third Year Weave: Men’s Basketball’s Chendall Weaver
From Arlington to Austin, senior guard Chendall Weaver shares how Longhorn Foundation donors have shaped his Texas experience both on and off the court.
Josh Candy
11/13/2025
In a sport known for roster turnover, and in a year marked by a coaching change, senior Chendall Weaver has remained a steady presence for Texas Men’s Basketball, contributing consistently as he enters his third season with the program. Weaver, a 6’3” guard from Arlington, has made a name for himself on the Forty Acres as one of college basketball’s premier hustle players.
Coming out of high school, Chendall received just one Division I offer from his hometown UT Arlington, where he went on to play his freshman season. At UTA, Weaver made an immediate impact, becoming the first Maverick in 15 years to be named Western Athletic Conference (WAC) Freshman of the Year. After the season, he entered the transfer portal, drawing interest from programs across the country—but Texas stood out.
“When I entered the transfer portal, I had a lot of schools hit me up. I just felt like Texas was home when I took my visit,” Weaver said.
Weaver says one of the biggest differences he’s noticed at Texas is how the team travels for road games, highlighting the use of charter flights. Chendall is grateful for the traveling experience and overall student-athlete experience that the Longhorn Foundation helps provide.
“It means a lot because not everybody around the country has this. I feel like we're the best of the best. We're at Texas. Everybody wants to play at Texas. I also feel like everybody wants to get involved with Texas. With the Longhorn Foundation doing all that they do, it means a lot,” Weaver said.
Everybody wants to play at Texas... With the Longhorn Foundation doing all that they do, it means a lot.Chendall Weaver
Chendall went out of his way to praise his professors and acknowledge the academic opportunities Longhorn Foundation donors have provided him.
“I’ve really enjoyed my academic experience at UT, and a lot of this is because of my professors in the Physical Culture & Sports major. It’s obvious they love teaching, which makes us students love being there. The professors here take the time to explain topics in engaging ways, and my tutors over in the Student-Athlete Academic Center do the same. Because of my scholarship, I’ve been able to thrive here.”
Since arriving to Texas, Weaver has made an instant impact on the court. He’s consistently a team leader in rebounds while also pestering opposing ball handlers with his defensive intensity. When looking at the 2025-26 season, Chendall expects big things.
“We're going to be a very exciting team to watch. Our offense and defense will be very different than in previous years, and we’re going to play a revamped brand of Texas Basketball,” Weaver said.
From extracurricular activities to the classroom, Chendall Weaver expressed that his experience at Texas wouldn’t be possible without Longhorn Foundation donors.
“I want to thank the donors for their consistent support. Because of them, I’ve had the chance to do what I love while getting a great education. I’m excited about what’s ahead for our basketball program, and the support of the Longhorn Foundation has been huge. I can’t thank the donors enough for their energy and generosity to Texas Athletics.”
