With a tremendous amount of talent and led by great coaches Bob Sampson, Mike Harris, and Pete Kashatus, the 1989 football team had a very successful campaign. A stingy defense, coupled with a potent offense, helped the Bruins outscore their opponents 295-31.
They compiled a record of 10-0, and participated in and won their first New England championship game, beating Providence Country Day 28-0. While the defense was the backbone of the team — with hard-nosed linebackers, a solid defensive line, and instinctive defensive backs — the offense shined with great talent in the backfield and nifty receivers.