About the Black Bear Lacrosse Program

Testimonials

COMMENTS FROM TRAVEL TEAM PARENTS

The statements below contain actual quotes from some of the emails we received from travel team parents. A copy of the original  email will be sent to you upon request:

Thanks for a great season last summer, Billy had a wonderful time and the kids and coaches were truly first rate.  I do have a younger son, who, based on Billy's positive experience, would love to try out for Black Bear as well.  Thanks so much, and thanks for putting together such a good program!

Thanks to your excellent coaching staff and exposure to high levels of competition, he grew so much as a lacrosse player and as a confident young man though his experience last year. Danny looks forward to the opportunity to try out for Black Bear's U-15 team.

Both my sons participated in the Chester County Black Bear program and we all enjoyed it very much.  The coaching was superior and the arrangements and logistics were well done.  I have nothing to say regarding improvements, just keep doing what you're doing.

Thank you for a great experience.

We had a great season with Black Bear!  Christian enjoyed himself while learning much and getting to know guys from other schools.

....  first of all the staff . . . yourself and the coaches did a great job in terms of coaching, organizing, teaching and just letting the kids have fun.  It was a great environment . . . the kids were great and no problem parents.  Considering this was a first year program, I think the level the kids competed at was first rate.

Just wanted to let you know that my son, Tommy, had a great time playing on BBX Select Orange.  He got a lot of experience and I saw a big improvement in his game.

Blake had a great time playing for you.  Thanks so much for making this such an enjoyable lacrosse summer.  One of the things I appreciated in addition to the terrific coaching was your positive outlook on the game.  You provided such a positive and encouraging experience for the players.  Also, you did a great job scheduling the tourneys.  Knowing early on when they were and where was a huge help!

First, I like to say my son, Joey, really enjoyed his first summer with the Montco Select team.  Coach Wagner did a great job with the boys.  All the players improved, and my son definitely became a better defenseman.

Both my sons participated on the U15 Blue team.  Our entire family thoroughly enjoyed the experience.  The coaches were wonderful with the players.  We were very pleased with the tournament schedule as well.  We did play some very experienced teams.  We feel this experience has truly benefited our sons as overall players.

Just wanted to let you know that our son, Bobby, U13, loved the program this summer and really learned a lot from Jim Schorn and his whole coaching staff.  They really care about teaching the boys, and we appreciate that.

Campers Speak Out

       "I want to express my personal thanks to Jon and coach Carter for everything that you're doing to advance youth lacrosse in the region. I have met you several times - having attended your coaching clinics- and am always thoroughly impressed by your attitude and coaching style. My son, after attending Black Bear summer camp the past three years and the Ursinus clinics, is just as big a Coach Heisman fan. East High School and the Black Bear program are indeed fortunate to have an individual with your drive, passion and ability involved.

     This is really how we feel and why we were both excited to learn of the Chester County Black Bear team. My son, and most of his CYLA teammates, have evolved through a youth program without ever having really excellent coaches so we were excited about the potential of playing for Heisman, Carter, Caruthers or one of the other very dynamic coaches involved. Nothing against CYLA coaches - I'm one myself - but most of us have never played and possess a fraction of the experience that a really great lacrosse coach requires."

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“Charlie went to three LAX camps this year and BY FAR, he had the best time ever at your camp.  Bottom line . . . He loved it and will be back next year for sure!  You and your staff should be highly commended!”
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“My sons Billy and Fred had a terrific time at the camp and are anxious to attend next year.”
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“Jason had a great time!  . . . He’ll definitely be there next year so please keep us on the mailing list.”
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“Garry really enjoyed camp.  He was a bit hesitant since he’d never played lacrosse before.  Even with the heat, he had a great time and really enjoyed the counselors.”
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“Steve loved the camp!  I don’t think there was anything about it that he didn’t like!  . . . The camp gave Steve a lot of confidence . . . after the camp, he really felt like he could really play the game.”
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“George had a great time and said he would definitely do the camp again next year.  He really liked the counselors, the extra activities and most of all the scrimmages.”
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“We want to thank you and your staff for the great camp experience.  Justin had a great time.  Look forward to next year.”
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“Both my sons (Timmy, 10 & John, 7) had a great experience at the Black Bear Lacrosse camp this year.  Thanks!”
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“Jon, our boys are still talking about what a great time they had at camp.  Thank you for the opportunity to send them as well as the opportunity to communicate directly with you.  I have been a coach at many camps myself and have great memories of that time of life-both as a player and a coach.”
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“My son, Vincent attended camp and thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience!  Thanks for a great week.”