Staff

  • Do you have the skills to coach?

    Since 2011 we have provided athletes with a comprehensive education in lacrosse. Our staff includes current NCAA rostered players, alumni coaches, and officials. At Bright Side, we believe in playing hard, playing fast, and having fun.

  • Available to partner with athletes?

    Improvement comes from training between practices, games, and tournaments. That’s where our staff provides the confidence to unlock your potential and elevate your game. Imagine having expert guidance at your fingertips—coaches who are committed to your success and understand the nuances of each position.

  • The highest honor is to grow the game. Join our staff today to pass on your experience and knowledge to the next generation of athletes.

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Player

IMMACULATA UNIVERSITY

  • First Team All-CSAC Conference — 2014

  • CSAC All-Academic Team — 2013 & 2014

  • Team Captain — 2014

WASHINGTON COLLEGE

  • 2x Letterman — 2009 & 2010

CONESTOGA HIGH SCHOOL

  • 2x Central League Champion — 2006 & 2007

Bhelly Bagbonon

Founder & Director

Official

NCAA

  • Division I, Division II, & Division III Referee

PIAA

  • PIAA 3A Championship — 2022

  • District 1 Semi-Finals — 2025

USA Lacrosse

  • U-15 National Championship (2 Appearances)

  • U-15 Regional Championship (3 Appearances)

Coach

  • Conestoga Youth Lacrosse Program — 2019-Present

  • Asst. Coach, William Penn Charter School — 2017-2021

  • Head Coach, Stetson Middle School — 2012

  • Head Coach, Conestoga Youth Lacrosse — 2011

  • Our community features former campers that return as coaches and counselors. Our athletes have played professionally and at elite universities.

  • Our seasoned coaches work with local universities and high school programs. We are prepared to help athletes build confidence between training, practices, and game situations.

  • Referees and officials have the best seats in the game!

    Our brand is unique because we include the knowledge and experience of what referees see on the field.

    Understanding the rules of lacrosse can take your game to the next level

Experience is the best teacher…

Current college athletes, coaches, and officials design curricula and teach according to their respective positions. Our camps provide knowledge to both new and experienced players. Coaches emphasize gamesmanship significantly — our approach has been honed over the years, with player development as the paramount principle.

Staff & Alumni Present & Past

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