Bill Belichick appears to enjoy another sport besides football: cheerleading.
The veteran coach, who parted ways with the Patriots on Jan. 7, four days after New England’s Week 18 loss to the Jets, participated in a cheerleading competition on Saturday, as seen in photos obtained by TMZ.
Belichick usually attends the NFL Combine in Indianapolis this time of year, but he was also spotted attending the 2024 Coastal at the Capitol cheer and dance event in National Harbor, Maryland. .
The 71-year-old coach sat in the back row of the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center and watched at least one competing team’s routine before leaving, a source at the event told TMZ. .
Belichick, dressed casually in dark jeans and a navy sweater, declined to be photographed at the event, but was reportedly polite to other fans in attendance.
The exact reason why the future Hall of Fame coach participated in the cheering competition is unclear.
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Belichick’s schedule may not be as hectic these days, as he parted ways with the Patriots after scoring a historic 24 points, including six titles and nine Super Bowl appearances, tied for the most in NFL history.
At this point, Belichick typically scouts talent at the combine in preparation for the next NFL campaign, but the coach has yet to take that talent to another team.
Belichick has indicated he wants to continue coaching, but it’s a question of whether the organization is willing to take on a veteran coach and whether his potential demands dictate decisions in various areas.
Many expect him to return to the coaching position in 2025, and we’ve heard that from many NFL owners as well. According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero.
Last season, the Patriots finished last in the AFC East with a record of 4 wins and 13 losses, their worst record since 1992.
Belichick interviewed twice with the Atlanta Falcons, but lost the job to Raheem Morris.
“I will always be a Patriot,” Belichick said in announcing his departure from New England. “I’m looking forward to being back here, but for now I’m going to move on. I’m looking forward to the future and I’m excited. The opportunity here, the support here, and the support Robert ( I’m always very grateful for everything Kraft has done for me. Thank you.”
In 24 seasons in Foxboro, Belichick compiled a 266-120 regular season record and won 17 AFC East titles. That includes an 11-game winning streak from 2009 to 2019, the longest streak in NFL history.
