Every year at this time, the Wolverine and Lady Wolverine soccer teams come together with a purpose that goes far beyond the field. They take on a mission to support someone in our community who needs it most. Sometimes it is one person. Sometimes it is more, like last year when they supported two local children. Since this effort began in 2022, over 54,000 dollars has been raised to help families right here in Riverton.
As we began planning for this year, one name rose to the top, and as a soccer community, a Wolverine community, and a community as a whole, we knew we had to reach out.
You know him as an incredible Riverton business owner and a constant presence in our community. You know him as the man who would give the shirt off his back without hesitation if it meant helping someone else. You know him as a devoted family man, a loving husband, son, brother, loyal friend, a proud father, and now a grandfather. And many of you know him as the person who always shows up when someone is in need, no questions asked.
Mike Becker.
Mike is the kind of man who has spent years lifting up this community through his generosity, his time, and his unwavering willingness to help others.
Now, Riverton, it is our turn.
It is time to surround Mike with the same love, strength, and support that he has given so freely to all of us.
This hits especially close to home for our soccer community, because Mike is not just a supporter of the game. He is a pillar of it.
His love for soccer started at just six years old. He went on to play for Riverton High School, where he became a two time All-State player and set a single season goal scoring record that stood for nearly twenty years. He continued his career in Lincoln, Nebraska, playing at the collegiate level.
When he returned home, he gave that passion right back to the next generation. He began coaching the girls high school team, and soon after started coaching his son Dietrik and his friends. That group grew to include Slade and Mackenzie, and from the youngest levels through U 14, Mike helped build multiple Wyoming State Championship teams.
As those players moved on to high school, Mike stayed involved. In 2015 he became a volunteer coach for the Wolverines boys program, spending five seasons on the sidelines, supporting the team while also having the privilege of watching his sons play the game he loves.
His impact has never been limited to coaching. Since 2012, Mike has been a consistent sponsor for both the boys and girls soccer programs, helping provide gear, equipment, and opportunities for countless athletes. He has also been a dedicated supporter of the RHS Booster Club.
And if you know Mike, you know his passion for the game does not stop in Riverton. He is a devoted Manchester United fan who never misses a match. Early weekend mornings in the Becker household often mean everyone is awake, watching the game together, hoping for moments of magic like a Wayne Rooney bicycle kick.
That is who Mike is. A giver. A leader. A man who shows up.
This year, Mike and his family were dealt a devastating blow.
A tumor was found in Mike's bladder in January. He underwent surgery in February to resect the tumor. The family was hopeful that they would be able to get clean margins but unfortunately that was not possible. Pathology determined it is an Invasive high-grade urothelila carcinoma, that has invaded the muscular wall, is 20-30% Squamous Differentiation, (indicating a more aggressive disease as the cancer has transformed) and is Suspicious for Lymphovascular Invasion (meaning the cancer cells are seen in small blood or lymph vessels near the primary tumor, suggesting a higher risk that cells could travel to lymph nodes or other body areas). Thus, resulting in a stage 3 diagnosis that will require a very aggressive treatment plan.
Treatment is expected to begin April 8 in Salt Lake City.
Mike Becker has spent his life showing up for this community. He has lifted others in their hardest moments. He has given his time, his energy, and his heart without ever asking for anything in return.
Now he needs us to show up for him.
Riverton, this is our moment to come together. To stand behind an outstanding man who has given so much. To support his family. To remind him that he is not facing this fight alone.
BUT, there’s a twist…
While Mike and his entire family were truly humbled and honored to have this year’s Pink Game dedicated to his fight, he graciously declined any financial support. Instead, he encouraged organizers to find a family who could benefit even more from the help. When Mike learned about another family facing this difficult battle, he knew exactly where that support should go.
Enter Cameron Cuttlers....
Cameron and Jaci Cuttlers, along with their teenage son Calon, moved to Riverton from western Nebraska in 2015. Cameron has worked for BNSF Railway for 29 years and spends the work week away from home, returning to Riverton on weekends. Jaci has been a special education teacher for 26 years and has worked in Fremont County School District 25 since 2015. Calon has worked as a lineman for High Plains Power in Riverton for 7 years, and his wife Sydnie has been an elementary teacher for 6 years. She currently teaches fourth grade at Wind River School in Pavillion. Almost a year ago, they received the greatest titles of all, Grandpa and Grandma. Lincoln James joined the family in April 2025 and, in their eyes, is the greatest little human ever.
The whole family enjoys outdoor activities. Cameron especially enjoys hunting. Fall is often spent planning around whichever species is in season.
Cameron enjoys being a track starter for many Nebraska panhandle schools each spring. He also serves as an auctioneer and master of ceremonies for many fundraising events held in Riverton and the surrounding areas.
Their family has been a strong supporter of local youth. Whether offering advice before or after a game, attending events, or helping with youth fundraisers, they value being active members of the community.
In November 2025, their family received unexpected news when Cameron was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer that affects the bone marrow. After extensive testing, it was determined to be stage 4, as 90 percent of his bone marrow was affected and his cancer level was measured at 3151. Since December 2025, he has traveled to Casper at least once each week, sometimes more, for immunotherapy treatments, and he has also completed four rounds of oral chemotherapy. Recent blood work has shown significant improvement, with his cancer level decreasing to 5.1.
There is no cure for multiple myeloma, but there is hope that it can be brought into remission. The next step in his journey is a stem cell transplant in Denver. Pre transplant procedures will take place from March 30, 2026 through April 23, 2026, and the transplant is scheduled for April 24, 2026. He will be hospitalized for at least two weeks until his blood count reaches a safe level. After that, they will need to remain within 20 miles of the hospital for at least two more weeks before his blood count is strong enough for him to return home.
Riverton, this is our moment to come together. To stand behind two outstanding men who have given so much to this community. To support their families. To remind them that they are not facing this fight alone.
Let’s rally for Mike.
Let’s rally for Cameron.
Let’s go, Riverton. Let’s go, Wolverines!