Meet the Team

Sports Performance & Baseball Coach

BRI UNGANIA

Founder | Director of Performance

Coach Bri is the founder of Bridge Performance, bringing over four years of coaching experience focused on helping athletes and everyday individuals unlock their full potential through structured, results-driven training. With a strong foundation in both science and real world competition, Coach Bri combines her dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Exercise Science and Nutrition with hands-on experience to design programs that emphasize strength, conditioning, proper movement mechanics, and injury prevention. As a competitive hybrid athlete, she actively competes in Hyrox, triathlons, and marathons, and holds multiple state records in powerlifting, showing her versatility across strength and endurance disciplines. Coach Bri has also qualified and will compete in the Hyrox World Championships in Sweden in the summer of 2026! Her commitment to growth as both a coach and athlete drives her mission to help others build confidence, strength, and performance.


Qualifications:

  • Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

  • B.S. in Exercise Science

  • B.S. in Nutrition

  • NCSF Certified Personal Trainer

  • Level 1 CrossFit Certified

  • Level 1 Hyrox Coach Certified

PHILIP D'AGUANNO

Coach Philip D’Aguanno draws from his experience as a Division II baseball player for Adelphi University as he specializes in developing speed, agility, and overall athletic performance in athletes of all levels, from youth to collegiate players, as well as adults seeking improved fitness. Coach Phil combines his academic background with hands-on experience to create structured, individualized training programs that emphasize proper technique, injury prevention, and long-term development. Coach Phil is known for his high-energy and detail oriented coaching style, he is committed to helping athletes build strength, confidence, and consistency.

Qualifications:

  • Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)

  • Certified Functional Strength Coach (Level 1 & 2)

  • CPR / AED Certified

  • B.A. in Sports Management with a minor in Coaching - Adelphi University

Sports Performance & Baseball Coach

NICK UNGANIA

A newly graduated Division I centerfielder for The University of New Haven in the Northeast Conference, he has built his career on discipline, consistency, and a lifelong passion for the game. A product of Chaminade High School on Long Island, Coach Nick distinguished himself early on as one of the top athletes in his position, combining elite speed, defensive range, and a strong baseball IQ. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science while competing at the highest collegiate level, balancing academics and athletics with focus and determination. Now preparing to take the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exam, he is poised to translate his on-field experience and training knowledge into the next phase of his career.

Qualifications:

  • B.S. Exercise Science

  • Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) - predicted Fall 2026

  • Academic All District by The College Sports Communicators

Performance Coach & Baseball Coach

RYAN WHITAKER

Coach Ryan Whitaker brings a competitive playing background and passion for athletic development to Bridge Performance. A former collegiate pitcher at Nassau Community College and DeSales University, Ryan holds a degree in Sport & Exercise Physiology and gained Division I experience as a Strength & Conditioning Intern with Lehigh University. His coaching philosophy focuses on building stronger, more resilient athletes through purposeful training, proper movement, and attention to detail. He emphasizes injury prevention, athletic longevity, and helping athletes understand the “why” behind their training while building the strength and confidence needed for long-term success.

Qualifications:

  •  B.S. in Sport & Exercise Physiology – DeSales University

  • Former NJCAA Pitcher – Nassau Community College

  • Former NCAA Division III Pitcher – DeSales University

  • Former Strength & Conditioning Intern – Lehigh University Athletics

  • Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) - predicted Fall 2026