By HockomockSports.com Staff
King Philip football head coach Brian Lee is stepping down after 21 seasons at the helm of the Warriors, he announced to his team on Monday. Lee turned the Warriors into a perennial powerhouse in Massachusetts and guided KP to eight state championship appearances in the last nine years, winning four titles.
Lee took over in 2005 and helped elevate the program from the bottom of the standings — a combined eight wins in his first three seasons — into one of the best teams year in and year out. He posted a 176-62 career record, earning the program’s first league title with a share of the Kelley-Rex division title in 2011. KP went on to win seven more division titles, including the last three.
King Philip reached its first state championship game under Lee’s guidance in 2016, a thrilling 21-18 win over North Reading in the Division 1A state final. KP also won the state championship a year later in 2017, again in 2023, and claimed the Division 3 state championship this past season against league rival North Attleboro.
Throughout his tenure, the Warriors became known for playing a tough, hard-nosed, and disciplined style of football. Over the past decade, King Philip has consistently dominated at the line of scrimmage — a position that Lee has his fingerprints all over.
As a player, Lee won a Super Bowl with Walpole in 1989 and went on to play at Bridgewater State. He had coaching stints at Curry College (offensive line/run game coordinator) and Walpole before taking over at KP, where he works as a physical education teacher.
Below is a statement from the King Philip Regional School District:
WRENTHAM — King Philip Regional High School Head Football Coach Brian Lee will step down from his position following a historic 21-year run leading the Warriors football program.
Lee, who has served as head coach since 2005, compiled a record of 176-62 and built one of the most successful programs in Massachusetts high school football. Under his leadership, King Philip reached the MIAA Super Bowl eight times and won four state championships in 2016 (Division 1A), 2017 (Division 2), 2023 (Division 2), and 2025 (Division 3).
Lee also led the Warriors to eight Hockomock League championships in 2011, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2023, 2024, and 2025.
Throughout his tenure, Lee helped guide the program through sustained success while mentoring generations of student-athletes.
Athletic Director Gary Brown said Lee’s impact extends well beyond wins and championships.
“Coach Lee helped set the standard for what King Philip football represents,” Brown said. “His dedication to our student-athletes and his commitment to building a program centered on teamwork, accountability, and pride have left a lasting mark on this school and community.”
In addition to his role on the field, Lee has taught physical education and wellness at King Philip Regional High School since 2005. He will continue in that role.
After more than two decades leading the Warriors program, Lee looks forward to spending more time with his family while remaining part of the King Philip school community.
“Coach Lee has made a meaningful impact on our school both as a teacher and as a coach,” said Principal Nicole Bottomley. “He has built strong relationships with students and colleagues and has helped shape the experience of so many young people during their time at King Philip.”
Superintendent Dr. Rich Drolet also thanked Lee for his years of service to the district.
“For more than two decades, Coach Lee has been an important part of the King Philip community both in the classroom and on the field,” Superintendent Dr. Drolet said. “He has been a positive role model and influenced thousands of students through his work in the classroom and through athletics. We appreciate everything he has given to King Philip.”
A search for the next King Philip head football coach will begin this spring.
