Hockomock League announces Winter and Spring All-Stars

The Hockomock League recently announced its winter and spring sports all-stars and several Bulldogs were among those being honored with all-star status.

We are proud of all of our student athletes- a special shoutout to those earning this honor:

WINTER SEASON

Gymnastics- Jacob LaBollita, Honorable Mention- Jenna Morgan

Boys Basketball- Lance Dorcelus, Honorable Mention- Matt Chafin

Girls Basketball- Fay Gallery, Kiara Cerruti- MVP, Honorable Mention- Sydney Gallery

Girls Ice Hockey- Carolyn Durand, Maya Battista, Audrey Koen, Tess Khoury, Allie McCabe- MVP, Honorable Mention- Payton McDonough

Boys Ice Hockey- Sean Connolly, Eamon Kelly, Brennan Pecararo, AJ Thomas, Honorable Mention- Brendan Tourgee

Boys Indoor Track- Honorable Mention- Andy Butler

Girls Indoor Track- Kiley Hanlon, Honorable Mention- Katherine Oliver

Wrestling- Honorable Mention- Luke Jones

Girls Swimming- Shauna Harney, Honorable Mention- Annie McLean

Boys Swimming- Austin Lee, Honorable Mention- Matt Hart

SPRING SEASON

Boys Tennis- Max Kupferman- MVP, Suraj Ramanathan, Honorable Mention- Kevin Moltenbrey

Girls Tennis- Camila Cutter, Laura Correal, Honorable Mention- Olivia Maloney

Boys Track & Field- Favor Ugah, Honorable Mention- Kyle Downing

Girls Track & Field- 4x100 relay team- Talya Degraw, Syriah McCruse, Katherine Oliver, Kiley Hanlon, Honorable Mention- Emma Massih

Boys Lacrosse- Sam Carlino, Honorable Mention- Pat Drury

Girls Lacrosse- Emily McCabe, Devan Spinale, Honorable Mention- Allie McCabe

Baseball- Jack Digirolamo, Andy Butler, Sean O'Leary, Honorable Mention- Sean Sullivan

Softball- Honorable Mention- Jessica Wright

2022 Fall Sports Information- Sport Specific

Anyone interested in trying out for a fall athletic program MUST have a parent register you prior to the following deadlines:

• Football- Monday, August 15th at noon
• Unified Basketball- TBA but some point in September
• Cheer-deadline past
• All other fall sports- Wednesday, August 17th at noon

Meeting these deadlines and providing the Athletic Office with a copy of a recent physical (good for 13 months), will make you eligible for the first day of tryouts/practices. 

The easiest way to register is to visit the CHS Athletics website and complete the online registration available there.

Click here to Register now!

Sport Specific information:

Boys and Girls Cross Country-All candidates interested in running Cross Country in the Fall of 2022 need to register online via the CHS Athletics website. The first day of practice is Thursday August 25th 2022 at 8 AM at the CHS Field House. Any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to Coach Hiltz-email hiltzd@cantonma.org. Hope to see you there!

Golf- Mandatory meeting on Thursday, August 18th at 10:00am in the CHS Distance Learning Lab to discuss the tryout process/schedule. Times and locations for tryouts on Monday, August 22nd will be distributed at that time. Any questions? Email coach Mike Barucci- baruccim@cantonma.org

Girls Field Hockey- Tryouts for Field Hockey will begin at 10:30am-12:30pm on Monday, August 22nd). Please be at the CHS turf field on time and ready to play.  Please bring stick, mouthgaurd, goggles (must be FH approved), shinguards and water bottle. Be prepared for both track and turf workouts by bringing both sneakers and turf shoes. Make sure you are registered and have passed in your physical prior to attending.  Tryouts will also be held on 8/23 from 6:30-8:30pm and 8/24 from 4:00-6:00pm. If you have any questions contact coach Chrissy O'Connor. rsd.oconnor@gmail.com

Boys Soccer- All boys interested in playing soccer should report to the turf/track on Monday, August 22nd for a 6:00pm session.  We will be spending the first half of the session on the track doing a 2 mile run and core/upper body work followed by on-field soccer activity.  The session will conclude at 9:00pm. Please wear running sneakers for the run and cleats for play. Click Here for full pre-season schedule. Need more info? contact coach Danny Erickson- ericksond@cantonma.org

Football- Equipment Handout will be Sunday, August 14th. Seniors at 9:00am, Juniors at 9:45pm, Sophomores at 10:30am and Freshmen at 11:30am. Our first practice will be August 19th starting at 9:00am. 

Volleyball- We welcome all girls interested in playing volleyball (no experience necessary) to join us for tryouts in the CHS gym.  We field three teams: varsity, JV and freshman. 

Tryouts are as follows: 

Monday, August 22; Tuesday; August 23 and Wednesday, August 24 - 4:00pm-7:00pm.

Practices for all three teams will start on Thursday, August 25th. 

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to start time. Bring plenty of water and some snacks for break time. Any questions? Contact coach Pat Cawley- 781-910-7597, Patriciabcawley@gmail.com.

Hope to see you there!

Fall Cheer- Practice will start on Monday, August 22 from 3:00-5:00pm in the Rodman Gym. Team was selected in June. 

Girls Soccer- All girls interested in playing soccer should report to the turf/track on Monday, August 22nd at 5:00pm for a fitness test including the Cooper. Please bring sneakers and cleats for the session. Goalkeepers will NOT be running the Cooper but will do a separate fitness test. Please plan for a full week of practice with a day off on Saturday. Need more info? Contact coach Idris Senyonjo- idrissenyonjo@cantonma.org

Praik making CHS Cheer proud at UCONN

Submitted by Stephanie Parker- CHS Cheer coach

Elissa Praik was an integral part of the CHS Cheerleading team during her years here. Elissa’s cheer story is a little unusual as her cheer career was interrupted by both personal life challenges as well as the challenges of the pandemic. During Elissa’s junior year she was awarded the unsung hero. Her unusual senior year when cheer ran during “wedge” and spring seasons, she represented Canton cheer as captain. Praik showed tremendous perseverance and tenacity and was a role model to her younger teammates on and off the mat. 

This year, Praik attended the University of Connecticut as a freshman, and a college athlete on the varsity cheerleading team. She cheered for during both the UCONN football and basketball seasons, even cheering at games during The Elite Eight of March Madness. Praik is an incredible leader; she is a hard worker, has the kindest heart, and always looking to help others and give back to others.

When asked about her experience cheering in college Elissa shared the following: “UConn Cheerleading has been a once in a lifetime experience. I’ve made so many connections and best friends while getting to continue my passion for cheer. I cheered at numerous March Madness games and traveled with the basketball teams. Being a part of a collegiate team is a special opportunity that has taught me so much more teamwork, leadership, and perseverance.” 

 

As her high school coach, I am so proud to have had Elissa on our bulldog team and love seeing her excel at the collegiate level. I look forward to seeing her on the UCONN sidelines for the years to come.

 

Congratulations to Elissa on the completion of her first year! Go Huskies!

Canton High School Athletic Department Vacancies

The Canton High School Athletic Department is currently looking for great candidates for many positions working with our teams. 

Are you or someone you know interested in joining us? If so, click on the link below.

We are currently looking to fill the following vacancies-

• Special Assistant to the Athletic Director
• Head Girls Varsity Ice Hockey Coach
• Head Wrestling Coach
• Assistant Fall Cheer Coach
• Assistant Girls Varsity Soccer Coach
• Assistant Boys Varsity Soccer Coach
• JV Girls Soccer Coach
• Freshmen Girls Volleyball Coach

CLICK HERE for application information 

Members of Class of 2022 Honored at Senior Banquet

The Senior Banquet was held on the eve of graduation day.  After holding this ceremony virtually the past two years, it was awesome to get our varsity head coaches all together to once again honor our graduating student athletes as the finale of the Senior Banquet. Thanks to the best coaching staff in the state for taking another night away from your family to come honor our Bulldogs. It was a night full of celebration.

134 graduating seniors received varsity letters in each of their sports. 

Here are some Bulldog Highlights from the 2021-22 school year- led by this amazing class:

Hock Sportsmanship Award- Boys Hockey, Girls Basketball, Gymnastics (and perhaps some spring sports as we await to hear!)

Hockomock Davenport Titles- Golf, Field Hockey, Girls Swimming, Boys Hockey, and Girls Hockey (outright Hock champs)

MIAA State Tournament team qualifiers- Golf, Girls Soccer, Boys Soccer, Field Hockey, Volleyball, Girls Basketball, Boys Hockey, Girls Hockey, Baseball, Boys Tennis, Girls Lacrosse and Boys Lacrosse, and Unified Track and Field. 

Deep MIAA Tournament Runs-
State Finalists- Boys Soccer, Boys Hockey, Girls Hockey
State Runner-ups- Golf 
Elite Eight- Girls Basketball

School Record Holders/Milestones-

• Kiara Cerruti- All-Time leading scorer in Girls Basketball- 1,174 points
• Fay Gallery- 1,000 point club in Girls Basketball- 1,022
• Favor Ugah- 100 meter in boys spring track- 10.8
• Kiley Hanlon- 100 meter in girls spring track- 12.4 (tied with Maddie Rousseau)

Other notable accomplishments- 

• Cheer team advancing to Regionals
• Unified Track team with many great performances at the State Championship Meet
• 
  Individuals on our Cross Country, Gymnastics, and Wrestling teams represented CHS at a very high level. 
• Softball, Boys Basketball and Girls Tennis were on the brink of tournament qualification. 

(Sorry for anything we missed! Happy to add to this list!) 

We also bid farewell to three key members of our athletic department staff- all of whom has made a huge contribution to CHS Athletics. 

Coach Ryan Gordy- our former Varsity Boys Basketball Coach- who has served as the Assistant Athletic Director for the past year. Gordy is heading up the road to Oliver Ames to take on their Athletic Director role. 

Coach Dennis Aldrich- our Varsity Girls Ice Hockey Coach- recently announced his retirement after leading his team to a 4th trip to the State Championship game. 

Coach Dave Delpico- our Varsity Wrestling Coach- will be stepping down after guiding the wrestling program through two very challenging, non-traditional seasons during the pandemic.

Being Honored for exceptional achievement in various areas of athletics were the following award winners on the night. If you see them, be sure to congratulate them!

Click Here for Blog Entry from last month's Hockomock Scholar Athlete Banquet

Scott Herr Strength & Conditioning Award-
Given to two members of the senior class 
who showed the most dedication to the 
Fitness Center- named in Honor of Scotty Herr
SYDNEY GALLERY

Scott Herr Strength & Conditioning Award-
Given to two members of the senior class 
who showed the most dedication to the 
Fitness Center- named in Honor of Scotty Herr
SEAN SULLIVAN

Sammy Swardlick Spirit Cup-
Named in honor of Sammy Swardlick-
a member of the Canton HOF and
CHS Class of 1936- In recognition of pride in CHS Athletics
SURAJ RAMANATHAN

Augie Decembrele Sportsmanship Cup-
Given to two members of the senior class 
who accomplished greatness on the track while
being class acts. In honor of Augie Decembrele-
CHS Class of 1938 and a member of the Canton HOF
KYLE DOWNING

Augie Decembrele Sportsmanship Cup-
Given to two members of the senior class 
who accomplished greatness on the track while
being class acts. In honor of Augie Decembrele-
CHS Class of 1938 and a member of the Canton HOF
KILEY HANLON

Paul Callahan Award-
Awarded annually to a senior who exhibits excellence 
in at least one of the sports of Mr. Callahan- class of 1959.
This year's recipient excelled in football and basketball. 
BASHOR MAHN

John Horack Award-
Awarded to two members of the senior class who 
embodied the dedication the CHS athletics once shown 
by form teacher/coach/counselor at CHS- John Horack.
Recognizes hard work and high level contributions 
that haven't necessarily been publicly recognized. 
CARLY FITZGERALD

John Horack Award-
Awarded to two members of the senior class who 
embodied the dedication the CHS athletics once shown 
by form teacher/coach/counselor at CHS- John Horack.
Recognizes hard work and high level contributions 
that haven't necessarily been publicly recognized.
JAY KELLEHER

Bulldog Award-
Awarded to two seniors annually who had
the greatest impact on their teams' successes
during their four years here. 
KIARA CERRUTI

Bulldog Award-
Awarded to two seniors annually who had
the greatest impact on their teams' successes
during their four years here.
ALLIE MCCABE

The Xavier Machuga "X" Award- 
Given annually in honor of Xavier Machuga- class of 2019-
who suffered from a brain aneurysm during his time at CHS.
He had great resilience, hard work and love here at CHS. 
This award honors someone who has also shown these characteristics. 
BILLY DELELLO

Captain's Award- 
Awarded to two seniors who were leaders among 
leaders on their teams- leading both on and off 
the playing field. 
SEAN CONNOLLY

Captain's Award- 
Awarded to two seniors who were leaders among 
leaders on their teams- leading both on and off 
the playing field.
PAYTON MCDONOUGH

Spring Sports MIAA Tournament Information- updated 6-10-22 at 2:28pm

Attention Bulldog fans- It is that time of year. Time for the spring MIAA State Tournaments and at least three of our spring teams have qualified to compete for a state championship!

As for our traditional "team" sport teams where a state champion is crowned based on a single elimination tournament, here is what we have in representing CHS:

Boys Lacrosse- 

Seeded #25 in D2 State Tournament with a record of 5-11- Click Here for D2 Boys LAX Bracket

Round of 32 (first round)- Thursday, June 9th vs. North Attleboro at 4:00pm at North Attleboro High School

Eliminated

Baseball-

Seeded #19 in the D2 State Tournament with a record of 9-11- Click Here for the D2 Baseball Bracket

Round of 32 (first round)- Fell to #14 seeded Marblehead, 6-2 on 6/6/2022. Great season!

Boys Tennis-

Seeded #22 in D2 State Tournament with a record of 6-10- Click Here for the D2 Boys Tennis Bracket

Round of 32 (first round)- Fell to #11 Wakefield, 4-1 on 6/6/2022. Great season!

Girls Lacrosse-

Seeded #22 in D2 State Tournament with a record of 14-3- Click Here for the D2 Girls LAX Bracket

Round of 32 (first round)- Fell to #11 Burlington, 11-2 on 6/7/2022. Great season!

Golf State Finals- Also advancing deep into the individual golf state tournament was Mekhala Costello. She finished 7th in the state.