BROCKTON — When it involves naming a brand new coach, it’s a fairly widespread pattern to see colleges attempt to make a splash.
Brockton High did that after which some by tabbing former New England Patriots tight finish and longtime WEEI character Jermaine Wiggins as the college’s new soccer coach. Wiggins will look to carry the Boxers again to prominence as he returns to the gridiron.
“You have to learn from the past to forge ahead for the future,” Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan mentioned throughout a press convention held at Marciano Stadium. “I need to personally thank the Colombo household. I’ve had the distinction to play for coach Armond Colombo and now coach Peter Colombo. (That’s) 53 years of Colombo legacy right here at Brockton High School. Thank you Colombo household.
“I am really excited about today in Brockton to have the announcement of Jermaine Wiggins to be the next Brockton Boxers football coach. Coach, welcome to the City of Champions.”
Wiggins takes over for former Brockton coach Peter Colombo, who retired this previous fall after a two-decade run which was highlighted by Super Bowl championships in 2004 and 2005. Colombo’s father, Armond, coached Brockton throughout its historic 1970-90s run when the Boxers received 9 Super Bowls.
Now, the college is popping the web page.
“Based on the reaction of the kids and the people in the community, we’re excited about this,” mentioned Brockton athletic director Kevin Karo. “We’re actually excited to have Jermaine right here, and to start the brand new chapter of Brockton High soccer. There’s an ideal legacy that he’s following behind, however I’m excited for him to create his personal legacy right here. We’re going to present him all of the instruments he must be profitable.
“We have a lot of great coaches that he’s going to be able to work with. Can’t believe I’m saying this, but I can’t wait for football season to start.”
What led to this resolution? Officials declined to delve too far into particulars Friday afternoon throughout his introductory press convention, however there was loads of buzz within the air as the previous Super Bowl champion and East Boston High School graduate spoke to his future gamers.
“I definitely was excited (about the news),” mentioned Brockton junior Cam Monteiro. “He has the football experience, which is something we need here. I definitely think it’s a plus for us and the other guys.”
One essential piece the college was chasing throughout its search? A voice that might attain Brockton’s younger athletes. Many throughout the establishment had been impressed with Wiggins’ private journey from humble beginnings, on the sector and off.
“You see what the Colombos have created here, and it’s an honor to follow in their footsteps.” mentioned Wiggins. “It’s like I tell my kids, your legacy is great. To come from a great legacy is one thing, but now you have to create your own legacy. That’s what I intend to do. My goal is to give every athlete that steps on this field skills and tools that I think are so important in life. I want to see them grow into young athletes that are successful.”
Wiggins additionally mentioned he plans to proceed his on-air work with WEEI as he takes on this new problem.
“(My schedule) ain’t going to change one bit,” Wiggins mentioned. “My mom mentioned to me day-after-day above floor is an efficient day. I get pleasure from, I like it. To me, being on the radio shouldn’t be a job. I like it, I’m enthusiastic about it.
“Coaching football and coaching, mentoring kids, is not a job. It’s something that I’m passionate about. So, I don’t look at it like that. I look at this as being an awesome experience. I want to be able to give back. I want to make sure that I’m helping, whether it’s one, whether it’s 10, whether it’s 50, whether it’s 100, that I’m helping some young kid accomplish their goal.”
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