Bragdon’s duties at WMU include recruiting, opponent scouting, coordinating team travel, player strength and conditioning, graphic design and standard game day and practice coaching assignments. He works primarily with the Bronco post players.
A native of Spokane, Wash., Bragdon graduated from the University of Washington, earning a degree in English in 2001. He served as a manager for the UW women’s basketball team from 1998-2001, which included a trip to the NCAA Elite Eight in 2001. His duties with the Huskies included handling equipment issues, assisting with team travel and video scouting, and various game day and practice duties.
Bragdon joined the Bronco staff in September of 2001 after serving as the equipment manager for the WNBA’s Seattle Storm for two seasons, one of which was the inaugural season for the franchise in 2000. His duties with the team included handling all equipment issues, coordinating ball kids, assisting with team travel, and various game day and practice responsibilities.
Bragdon is married to the former Sarra Smith and resides in Kalamazoo. The couple is eagerly anticipating the arrival of their first child, Lucas Shimizu Bragdon, in October.
