🟤 The Pokes Report Weekly Preview

October 7–11, 2025 | “Full Throttle Week in the Brown & Gold”

Oct 06, 2025

From the courts of Provo to the bright lights of War Memorial, it’s another stacked week for Wyoming athletics.
Cowgirls and Cowboys alike are set for key matchups across five sports — and every one of them has something on the line.

🎾 Cowgirl Tennis Heads to ITA Mountain Regionals (Oct. 7–11 | Provo, Utah)

The fall tennis season reaches its biggest stage yet as the ITA Division I Mountain Regional Championships take over Provo this week.
Wyoming joins a loaded field featuring programs from across the Mountain West, Big Sky, and WAC — all chasing the same prize:
🏆 A berth to the National ITA Championships.

This isn’t just another fall meet. The singles finalists and doubles champions from each regional move on to compete at the national level later this fall — meaning five days of high-intensity tennis, upsets, and endurance tests in Provo.

What to watch:

Can the Cowgirls break through against the heavy hitters from Colorado, Utah, and Denver?
Who emerges as Wyoming’s top singles performer under the regional spotlight?
Doubles chemistry often wins these long-grind tournaments — can the Cowgirls find that magic?

📍 Follow daily brackets and results at wearecollegetennis.com.

⚽️ Cowgirl Soccer Returns Home vs. Air Force (Oct. 9 | 3 PM | Madrid Sports Complex)

Back in the friendly altitude of Laramie, the Cowgirls face a disciplined Air Force squad that loves to play physical and fast.
This mid-season conference matchup is all about possession and patience — two areas Wyoming has worked to sharpen through league play.

Keys to victory:

Control the midfield: Keep the ball moving through the center third and limit Air Force’s quick counters.
Set-piece precision: Corners and free kicks could decide this one.
Home crowd impact: Laramie fans bring altitude advantage and energy — let’s fill the Madrid stands.

Kickoff is at 3 p.m. Thursday — bring the brown and gold early, it’s shaping up to be a classic Mountain West battle.

🏐 Cowgirl Volleyball Doubleheader Week: Utah State & Boise State

The UniWyo Sports Complex will be rocking this week as the Cowgirls continue their Mountain West charge.

Thursday, Oct. 9 — vs. Utah State (6:30 PM)

The Aggies are scrappy and serve tough. Wyoming’s blocking unit — which has been among the best in the league — will need to stay sharp.
Expect long rallies, aggressive digs, and a playoff-like atmosphere.

Saturday, Oct. 11 — vs. Boise State (Noon)

It’s a short turnaround and a big test. Boise always brings athletic hitters and quick tempo sets. The Cowgirls will need to maintain rhythm and keep serving pressure high.

💥 Two home matches. Two statement opportunities.
The Cowgirls are eyeing the top tier of the Mountain West — and this is the stretch that can get them there.

🐎 Cowboy & Cowgirl Rodeo: LCCC Rodeo (Oct. 10–11 | Cheyenne, WY)

The rodeo team heads down I-80 to Cheyenne for the Laramie County Community College Rodeo, continuing the Central Rocky Mountain Region circuit.
Expect a strong Wyoming presence in nearly every event — from team roping and barrel racing to bronc and bull riding.

UW rodeo has been among the most consistent programs in the region this fall, and this stop is another chance to climb the NIRA standings before the fall slate wraps.

Stay tuned for results and highlights all weekend long right here on The Pokes Report.

🏈 Saturday Night Lights: Wyoming vs. San José State

Saturday, Oct. 11 | 5:00 PM | Jonah Field at War Memorial Stadium

War Memorial under the lights — it doesn’t get better than that.
The Cowboys host San José State in a pivotal Mountain West matchup, aiming to bounce back and re-establish Laramie dominance.

Storylines to watch:

🧱 Defensive Redemption: After special teams miscues last week, Wyoming’s defense will look to make a statement early.
💪 Ground Game Battle: Expect a physical fight in the trenches — whichever side controls the run likely wins.
💥 Home Field Edge: The altitude, the noise, the chill — Laramie at dusk is a weapon.

It’s the kind of game where the fans matter. Fill the stands. Be loud. Make War Memorial shake.

🟡 Final Word: Brown & Gold Everywhere

From Provo to Cheyenne to the high plains of Laramie, Wyoming athletics are charging into mid-October at full speed.
Volleyball is rolling, rodeo is climbing, tennis is chasing national qualification, and football gets another chance to make a statement under the lights

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