Matt Vega

Matt Vega enters his 4th year as the Boys Varsity Assistant Basketball Coach at Midwest High School and his 16th year overall in coaching. With a deep passion for player development and team success, Coach Vega has made a significant impact at both high school and collegiate levels. During the summer he is the Head Coach for 24MD Team Daum National Girls team. 24MD is comprised of the best players from Wyoming, Colorado, and Nebraska. Many of the players have moved on to play collegiate basketball.

Prior to joining Midwest High School, Vega served as the Women’s Assistant Basketball Coach at Casper College, where he helped guide the team to 4th and 9th place finishes nationally in consecutive seasons. During his five-year tenure, he played a key role in developing talent, training three NJCAA All-Americans in back-to-back years. Following his time at Casper, he became the Head Girls Basketball Coach at Platte Valley High School (CO), leading the Lady Broncos to two consecutive State Tournament appearances.

Beyond coaching high school and college teams, Vega is the Owner of Wyoming Elite Basketball, a premier training program dedicated to developing athletes in Wyoming and Colorado. Through Wyoming Elite, he has worked with numerous players who have gone on to compete at the collegiate level. His program emphasizes fundamental skills, individual growth, and exposure opportunities through skill workouts, team camps, and statewide clinics.

Additionally, Vega collaborates with Midwest Elite Basketball, traveling across the Midwest Region to conduct team camps focused on team development and individual skills. He is a certified I’m Possible basketball trainer and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach, ensuring that athletes receive high-level training in both skill development and physical preparation. Coach Vega is also a USA Gold Coach.

As a player, Vega had a standout high school career at Rawlins High School, where he was a two-time All-Conference and All-State selection. He was named to the Wyoming/Montana All-Star team, North/South All-Star team, and earned All-America Honorable Mention honors. His high school career culminated in winning a State Championship in 1997.

With a wealth of experience as both a player and coach, Matt Vega remains dedicated to helping athletes develop their skills, compete at a high level, and reach their full potential.