Lee to leave KP football job.

Former KP football coach Brian Lee (left), joined by his father, John.

There will be a new look to the King Philip Regional High School football program this fall, as for the first time in 22 years, the Warriors will take the field without Brian Lee on the sidelines.

Lee, who coached King Philip in eight MIAA Super Bowls and won four of them over 21 seasons, has resigned the head coaching position according to the school's official website.

“Coach Lee helped set the standard for what King Philip football represents,” KP athletic director Gary Brown said in the school's statement. “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.”

Lee, a Walpole native who played football for his legendary father, John Lee, at Walpole High, was the 12th head football coach in the history of King Philip Regional High and its longest-tenured, far exceeding the tenures of Tom Hartley (1968-76) and Mosi Tatupu (1995-2001). Lee lives in Norfolk with his wife, Colleen, and sons J.T. and Payton.

Lee took over the KP program and 2005 and finished with a record of 176-62, a .759 winning percentage. His KP teams were 31-9 in postseason play, and the Warriors completed a perfect 13-0 season in 2025 with a Division 3 Super bowl triumph over North Attleboro, 21-10, on Dec. 5 at Gillette Stadium. His teams won seven Hockomock League championships during his tenure.

“Coach Lee has made a meaningful impact on our school both as a teacher and as a coach,” said KPHS 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.”

Lee had coached at Walpole and Curry College before arriving at KP in 2005. He taught physical education and wellness, and he will remain in those roles. 

“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,” said the district's superintendent Dr. Richard Drolet. “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.”

The school will begin a search for a new head coach immediately.