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Tony Brissette retires from coaching to battle cancer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 4:38 PM

Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Tony Brissette retires from coaching to battle cancer

Summary

Tony Brissette has retired after 27 years as the boys' tennis coach at Wachusett Regional High School to focus on his health and family amid a cancer diagnosis. At 77, Brissette has been battling kidney cancer and a recent diagnosis of adrenal gland cancer, prompting his decision to step back from coaching. He reflects on his coaching career, which included over 200 wins and a successful last season, where his team reached the Division 1 state tournament. As he contemplates treatment options, Brissette's emphasis remains on enjoying life and supporting his family while continuing to play tennis.

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By the Numbers

•Brissette retires after 27 years coaching at Wachusett
•Fought kidney cancer for three years; recently diagnosed with adrenal gland cancer
•Achieved over 200 wins during his coaching career
•Led team to Division 1 state tournament in final season
•Plans to focus on health and family moving forward

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4:38 PMYahoo Sports — Wachusett's Tony Brissette retires to fight latest battle with cancer

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After 27 years of coaching Wachusett's boys' tennis team, Tony Brissette is retiring to focus on his health and family amid a cancer diagnosis.
— Yahoo Sports

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