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Mr. Mike DelGrosso
Mike DelGrosso has been the Pocono Mountain West Athletic Director since the Fall of 2017. He took over for the longtime coach and legend, Mr. W Bradley Pensyl. Mr. DelGrosso brings to the job a vast experience of Athletics and teaching. He began his teaching career at the original Pocono Mountain High School in 1992. He transferred over to Pocono Mountain West High School in 2002 when the school opened. Mr. DelGrosso was appointed the Equipment Manager, Head Golf Coach and the Assistant Boys Basketball Coach during the school's first year. He held those jobs for over a decade, and coached basketball for 15 years (25 in total).
During his tenure at PM West under Mr. Pensyl, Mr. DelGrosso was game manager for various events such as football, soccer, field hockey, and baseball to name a few.
Currently, he collaborates with the athletic staff on many events including Senior Night, Homecoming, Think Big, Stacy Perryman Memorial Holiday Tournament and Inspiring Individual Night. Mr. DelGrosso is known for his support of academic achievement, and is presently the advisor of the Pocono Mountain West Student Athletic Character Council (SACC). He has abundant experience in athletic game and season scheduling, game management, site coordination, equipment management, and contest and special events planning and execution.
Mr. DelGrosso is the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference chairperson for basketball and speech & debate and serves on the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference Scholar Athlete committee.
Education: Master of Science Degree in Computers in Education from DeSales University
Bachelor of Science Degree from East Stroudsburg University
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Mr. Bruce Yerk
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Mr. Will Poole
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Mrs. Irene Refolo
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Ms. Evelyn Payne MS, LAT, ATC, CES, CCHW
Evelyn received her Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training from East Stroudsburg University in 2012. She then received her Master's degree in Sport and Exercise Psychology from Lock Haven University in 2016. She is a certified Athletic Trainer by the BOC (Board of Certification) and licensed as an Athletic Trainer by the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine. She joined the St. Luke’s Sports Medicine team in 2016. Prior to 2016, she worked at Pocono Mountain West High School as an Athletic Trainer for 4 years. After joining St Luke’s, she worked at Dieruff High School in Allentown, PA before returning to Pocono Mountain West in 2020.
Evelyn’s previous experience includes working as a lifeguard, EMT and Ski Patroller at local Pocono resorts. She has been involved in emergency medicine since the age of 14 and enjoys inspiring young people to get involved as well.
Evelyn is a CPR Instructor, a Stop the Bleed Instructor, a Community Health Worker, a Corrective Exercise Specialist, and is certified in Mental Health First Aid.
In her free time, Evelyn enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and scuba diving.
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Ms. Braylee Walters LAT, ATC
Braylee is a Graduate Assistant for the ESU Athletic Training department and an Athletic Training tutor for the program. Braylee also is involved with the Athletic training club and Iota Tau Alpha- AT Honors society.
In her free time, Braylee enjoys fishing, hunting, and line dancing.
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Ms. Sara Frankunas LAT, ATC
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Mr. Aaron Bartron LAT, ATC, CSCS, CES, CPhT
Aaron earned his bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training from King’s College in 2020 and his Master’s degree in Athletic Training with a focus in Advanced Clinical Practice from East Stroudsburg University in 2022. He is a certified Athletic Trainer by the BOC (Board of Certification) and licensed as an Athletic Trainer by the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine. Aaron earned his CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) in 2019. Aaron joined the St Luke’s Sports Medicine team in 2020.
Coach Aaron possesses a unique blend of knowledge, expertise, and dedication. His proficiency not only stems from academic excellence but also from his practical experience. Coach Aaron is committed to pushing boundaries and maximizing the potential of his athletes to achieve their goals. His holistic approach, rooted in scientific understanding and real-world application, not only transforms physical abilities but also instills mental resilience. Under his guidance, athletes not only excel but thrive, breaking barriers and redefining the limits. Coach Aaron is not just a coach; he's a game-changer, shaping champions and inspiring the next generation of athletes to reach new heights.
Aaron additionally holds a bachelor’s degree in Communications with a minor in Business from Keystone College in 2011. Aaron is also certified as a pharmacy technician by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
