West Texas Resources, Inc. announced that the appointment of William A. Sawyer as President, CEO, and a member of the Board of Directors. Mr. Sawyer was a founder, President, CEO, and member of the Board of Directors of Lucas Energy, Inc. Sawyer has more than 39 years of experience in the oil and gas business as a business leader, petroleum engineer, and operations manager. Mr. Sawyer replaces J.D. Kerr as CEO.

Mr. Kerr will remain in the role of CFO for the company.