NM State Head Coach Rob Baarts has announced the hiring of Shayna Whieldon as the new assistant coach for the Aggie women's soccer team. Whieldon comes with valuable experience from UTEP where she was a graduate assistant, contributing to the team's best performance of the decade in 2024. She has also held various roles at Washington State, including Director of Operations, where she managed key aspects of team operations and communications. Whieldon expressed her excitement about joining NM State and contributing to the team's competitive culture.

By the Numbers
  • Whieldon helped UTEP achieve their best record of the decade in 2024.
  • She was part of the Washington State team that reached the NCAA tournament's Final Four in 2019.
State of Play
  • Whieldon joins NM State ahead of the 2026 soccer season.
  • The Aggies are looking to build on previous successes and further develop team dynamics under new coaching staff.
What's Next

With Shayna Whieldon's addition, the Aggie women's soccer program is expected to implement new team-building strategies and innovative coaching methods that could enhance performance and team cohesion in the upcoming season.

Bottom Line

Shayna Whieldon's recruitment marks an important step for NM State as they aim to elevate their women's soccer program, leveraging her experience and passion for team dynamics to drive success on and off the field.