Andre Tippett visits New Bedford High School to recognize NBHS Coach Mark DeBrito

“Former Patriots star linebacker Andre Tippett visited New Bedford High School today to recognize NBHS Coach Mark DeBrito as the New England Patriots Coach of the Week.

Tippett, a Patriot for his entire pro career and All-Pro Football Hall of Famer, spoke to the Team. “I’ve been watching you from game 1. You’ve got the ability to do something special. Everything I am today is because of what I was able to do at the high school level.”

In addition to the special recognition, Tippett presented $1000 on behalf of the Kraft Family toward the Whaler Football Program in Coach DeBrito’s honor. Go WHALERS! #WhalerPride #WhalerSports #newenglandpatriots”-New Bedford Public Schools.

All photos by New Bedford High School.