King Philip Regional High School Girls Tennis Coach Bob Goldberg won his 800th match on Thursday, May 1. (Photo Courtesy King Philip Regional School District)
WRENTHAM — Superintendent Dr. Rich Drolet, Principal Nicole Bottomley, and Athletic Director Gary Brown are proud to recognize and congratulate King Philip Regional High School Girls Tennis Coach Bob Goldberg on achieving his historic 800th career victory.
Coach Goldberg hit this remarkable milestone on Thursday, May 1, after his team’s victory over Stoughton High School. The win marks yet another chapter in a legendary coaching career that has spanned more than five decades.
A native of Maine, Coach Goldberg took the reins of the King Philip Regional High School Girls Tennis program in 1971 and has remained a steadfast presence every spring since.
In his 54 seasons, he has guided his teams to 46 MIAA State Tournament appearances and secured 19 Hockomock League titles. His longevity and success are unparalleled, but it is his impact on students and the school community that truly defines his legacy.
“Coach Goldberg has been an asset to the entire KP community for over 50 years and is a role model for student-athletes, coaches, teachers and administrators,” said King Philip Athletic Director Gary Brown.
Coach Goldberg is also known for a rare feat in high school athletics — coaching two different mother-daughter player combinations over the course of his career, a testament to his enduring presence and influence.
“As teachers, students and coaches have come and gone, Bob has been a consistent presence at KP, and everyone is better off for their interactions with him,” Athletic Director Brown said.
In addition to his coaching accomplishments, Coach Goldberg taught history at King Philip Middle School for 39 years, educating and mentoring students both in the classroom and on the courts. Even after retiring from teaching, he continues to serve as a life coach to countless young athletes through the game of tennis.
“Coach Bob Goldberg embodies everything we strive for in education and athletics,” said Superintendent Dr. Drolet. “He’s a kind and compassionate leader who never loses sight of the bigger picture — supporting the whole student and creating a positive, respectful team culture. Bob’s 800 wins are a remarkable accomplishment, but his true legacy will always be the countless lives he’s touched across generations at King Philip.”
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The King Philip Regional High School Girls Tennis team celebrates Coach Bob Goldberg’s 800th victory following a match against Stoughton High School on Thursday, May 1. (Photo Courtesy King Philip Regional School District)
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