Legendary Taft College alum Dante Scarnecchia, a former football player, is being inducted into the 3C2A Hall of Fame. Scarnecchia's football success at Taft College continued into his coaching career, notably with the New England Patriots, where he contributed to multiple Super Bowl wins. He is the first assistant coach to be inducted into the Patriots' Hall of Fame.

By the Numbers
  • Scarnecchia was part of the 1966 Taft College Football Team that upset an undefeated and national No. 1 team.
  • He worked with the New England Patriots for 34 years and contributed to the team's five Super Bowl wins.
State of Play
  • Scarnecchia will be honored during the California Community College Athletic Association's annual convention in Sacramento on March 27.
  • He retired in 2020 after 48 years as a coach.
What's Next

Scarnecchia will be inducted into the 3C2A Hall of Fame during the upcoming convention in Sacramento.

Bottom Line

Dante Scarnecchia, a Taft College legend, is being recognized for his remarkable football career as a player and coach, culminating in his induction into the 3C2A Hall of Fame.