[3] Socci was hired as the new play-by-play voice of the New England Patriots in April 2013, replacing Gil Santos, who retired after 36 years with the team.
In February 2015 the Patriots won the franchises fourth Super Bowl defeating the Seattle Seahawks when rookie cornerback Malcolm Butler intercepted a pass at the goal line sealing the title.
Before joining the Patriots, Socci's previous broadcasting experience included 15 seasons as the play-by-play voice of Navy Midshipmen football (1998–2012),[4] 11 seasons as the voice of Navy basketball (1997–2008),[3] and a decade of calling Patriot League basketball games for networks including CSTV, ESPNU, and CBS Sports Network.
[3] Socci also has over two decades of experience as a minor league baseball radio play-by-play announcer, calling games for the Pawtucket Red Sox (2013),[3] Norfolk Tides (2006–2011),[5] Albuquerque Isotopes (2003–2005),[6] Frederick Keys (1999–2001),[7] Delmarva Shorebirds (1996–1998),[8] Peoria Chiefs (1993–1995),[9] and Rochester Red Wings (1991–1992).
[10] Socci lives in Milton, Massachusetts, with his wife, Monique Tello, their two children, and Dog Obi.