Benet announced Thursday afternoon that it has hired three-time Super Bowl champion running back James White as its next head football coach. Athletic director Scott Lawler confirmed the news.

White replaces Pat New, whose retirement was announced by the school earlier this month. A three-time Super Bowl champion with the New England Patriots, White played in 95 games and ran for 3,278 yards while scoring 25 touchdowns over eight NFL seasons.

“Coach White’s championship mindset in his playing career and his coaching career makes him a perfect fit for Benet Academy,” Lawler said. “He aligns perfectly with our school’s mission. He’s a passionate person and in the interview, he talked about how there were plenty of people who helped him achieve his dreams. Now, he’s ready to help young men

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