‘Coach P’ Leaving Staples for Trumbull Alma Mater

Staples High School varsity football coach Marce Petroccio is leaving the school after 25 years to become head coach at Trumbull, his alma mater. Trumbull football broke the news with a tweet today (above). Petroccio, who also teaches physical education, told his team today he would not leave for any other job except to return to Trumbull. On his watch, Staples appeared in eight state finals, winning three. His team also won five FCIAC titles in seven appearances. He takes over for Bob Maffei, who resigned in November after 19 seasons. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) @TrumbullFB/Twitter