Alexandria Petit has been appointed as the new varsity girls basketball coach at Taunton High, taking over a program that finished the previous season with a 9‑12 record and a preliminary‑round exit from the MIAA Division 1 tournament.
Petit also serves as an eighth‑grade English Language Arts teacher at the same school, weaving her educational background into the fabric of the athletic department.
Her basketball pedigree includes a standout high school career in which she guided her team to four consecutive district finals, a colleglegiate stint at Point Park University, and a tenure at Ursuline College that was cut short by a season‑ending injury in her senior year.
A Coach With Deep Roots
Before joining Taunton, she spent a season at Middleboro High, where she previously coached the girls’ program, giving her a recent track record of developing talent at the local level.
The Tigers are slated to open the 2026‑27 campaign on December 15 against Oliver Ames, a matchup that will test the early chemistry of a roster eager to rebound from last year’s challenges.
Community members and parents have expressed optimism, noting Petit’s deep roots in the region and her dual role as both educator and coach as a unique advantage for student‑athletes.
Petit’s connection to the area stretches beyond the gymnasium; she grew up in Massachusetts, watched her high school team dominate the OHSAA Division 1 district finals, and now returns to mentor the next generation of players on home soil.
Her appointment reflects the school district’s desire for continuity and stability, hoping that her familiarity with the local talent pool will translate into a competitive edge on the court.