LARAMIE, Wyo. (7/30/22) – University of Wyoming soccer head coach Colleen Corbin announced the hiring of Matthew Poma on Saturday. Poma will be a volunteer assistant coach for the Cowgirls during the 2022 season.

"We are so excited to welcome Matthew to the Wyoming family," Corbin said. "He's a young coach who's anxious to learn and be a part of our program here in Laramie. I'm looking forward to the team welcoming him, as well as the positive influence he will have on our players and staff."

Poma started as a club soccer coach in Harrisonburg, Virginia. He also coached at Spotswood High School before a role at SOCA – Charlottesville.

Poma and Corbin know one another from Corbin's time as an assistant coach at James Madison University. Poma is excited to learn from Corbin and grow in his career as a coach.

"I know Colleen will be a great mentor for me, and I can't wait to arrive and get started" Poma said. "This program is on the rise, and I can't wait to be a part of it."

Wyoming's season commences with practice followed by the annual Brown and Gold game Wednesday at the Madrid Sports Complex at 6:30 p.m.