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Ben Nelson is the Head Coach of the Central Wyoming College Women’s Soccer program, leading the Rustlers to their most successful season in school history in 2025–26. In his first year at the helm, Nelson guided CWC to a 9–6 overall record and 7–3 in Region 9, marking program bests in both categories. Under his leadership, the Rustlers achieved their first-ever playoff berth, first playoff victory, and first appearance in the Region 9 semifinals.

Nelson’s impact on the program was further reflected in individual honors, with six Region 9 All-Conference selections—including the program’s first two First Team honorees—and two Region 9 All-Tournament players. For his efforts, Nelson was named the 2025–26 NJCAA Region 9 Coach of the Year, one of the youngest head coaches in the nation to receive the recognition.

A native of Ammon, Idaho, Nelson played his collegiate soccer at Central Wyoming College, participating in the 2020–21 and 2023–24 seasons and helping the men’s team earn its first playoff appearance. After his playing career, he joined the CWC coaching staff as an assistant coach for both the men’s and women’s programs.

Nelson holds a Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Leadership and Management and an Associate’s degree in Business Administration from CWC and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Higher Education. He also served a two-year LDS mission in McAllen, Texas, from 2021–2023.

Off the field, Nelson is married to his wife, Alora, who also works at CWC, and is the owner of two businesses: Top Tier Ties and Caravan Cones.