A short break for the long New Year's Weekend

The CHS Athletic program is going to take advantage of a light schedule over the upcoming long, holiday weekend, and take a pause in contests, practices and other team activities.  We will be postponing all athletic activities from Friday, December 31st through Sunday, January 2nd.

We currently have only one interscholastic contest on the schedule during that time- a JV Boys Hockey game which will be rescheduled.

The only other change to the contest schedule is a Girls Varsity Hockey game with Franklin scheduled for Monday, January 3rdh.  That game has been postponed to Tuesday, January 4th at 6:30 in order to give the team a practice upon returning after this long weekend break. 

This long weekend break is designed to help us keep our programs operating fully upon our return to school next week. Many programs and teams throughout the region have shutdown completely in recent days.  We are taking these steps in order to help avoid that here at CHS.  

Have questions?- Don't hesitate to email at ericksond@cantonma.org

Happy New Year!

As we hit the December "break"

As our winter sports student athletes and families already know, the winter "break" still involves quite a bit of CHS Athletics action.  

During this time, we are asking all of our winter student athletes, families and coaches, to be extra vigilant when it comes to Covid-19 precautions.  Many sports programs all around the state and nation have  been forced to alter schedules and even shutdown for a certain time period. For instance, the City of Boston recently put a pause on all high school athletics through January 10th.  WE DON'T WANT TO GET THERE!

In an effort to keep us all safe, healthy and to keep our programs going, we want to remind our Bulldogs to do the following during the break-

1. Keep up with a daily self-check of symptoms and if you have any PLEASE STAY HOME from your practice of contest. 

2. Do a GREAT job with mask wearing while at your practice, contest and in all other places you are socializing. 

3. Get Vaccinated and boosted. 

Also- please know that "test and stay" options over winter break are not as available as when school is in session. 

Let's be great at these precautions and keep our seasons rolling!

Happy Holidays to everyone in Bulldog Country!

Hockomock League Announces Fall All-Stars

The Hockomock League recently announced its All-Star teams for the Fall 2021 season. Many Bulldogs were recognized for their fine seasons. 

Field Hockey- Carly Fitzgerald, Erin Lane, Sarah Cunningham, Ellie Bohane, Honorable Mention- Payton McDonough

Volleyball- Anna Verille, Honorable Mention- Taylor Reynolds

Golf- Mekhala Costello, Will Gefteas, Michael Leonetti, Connor Hunter, Honorable Mention- Nate MacDonald 

Girls Cross Country- Kiara Cerutti, Honorable Mention- Hannah Fidas

Boys Cross Country-Kyle Downing, Honorable Mention- Sam Vail 

Girls Soccer- Emily McCabe, Ava Gilmore, Honorable Mention- Allie McCabe

Football- Bashor Mahn, Honorable Mention- Colin Albert

Boys Soccer- Erik Valdovinos, Dylan Baird, Jake McCabe, Honorable Mention- Zach Dowling

Calling All College-Athletics-bound Bulldogs!

The CHS Athletic office is looking to compile a list of all of the members of the class of 2022 who have committed or are looking to commit to play intercollegiate athletics next year. 

We are asking all Bulldog's who fit this description to reach out to the CHS Athletic Department to coordinate a ceremony- signing or otherwise- to honor the accomplishment. We are looking to make the months of January and February big months for such official announcements!

Please stop by the athletic office or email us the info at ericksond@cantonma.org prior to the December Break. 

Go dogs!

Winter Contests set to begin!

This weekend will see the 2021-22 Bulldog Winter Athletic season officially begin interscholastic competition with the CHS Gymnastics team leading the way with a meet at Attleboro High School Friday night.  By next weekend, all of our winter teams will be in action.  

Here is some important info for all winter Bulldog families and fans:

1. Live Streaming- The CHS Athletic Department will provide live streams of home games whenever possible. Please understand that this is not always practical or possible but we will do our best! Some events may have a more professional level stream, complete with commentary, etc. while others may just provide video and many will have no stream at all.  Be sure to check this CHS Athletics Blog for updates on streaming links.  Many of our contests will be streamed on our CHS Athletics YouTube channel. Thanks to the CHS Booster club for their support in our live-streaming efforts!

2. Ticket Sales- While many of our winter sports events carry no admission fee, some do.  You can expect to have to purchase a ticket to the following home contests- Boys and Girls Varsity Basketball, Boys and Girls Varsity Hockey and Varsity Wrestling.  It is also likely to expect a charge for these contests when on the road.  Indoor Track also may charge a fee at the League's neutral venues. 

The easiest and fastest way to purchase tickets to our home contests is digitally. Here is the link to our CHS Athletics Digital Ticket Sales. Buying tickets ahead of time is the easiest option!

3. Masks- Just another reminder that masks must be worn at all contests by all in attendance regardless of the venue. 

Upcoming HOME Bulldog Varsity schedule-

Saturday, December 11th-
Girls Ice Hockey vs. Natick at Ponky at 6:00pm 

Tuesday, December 14th-

Boys Varsity Basketball vs Franklin at CHS at 6:30pm 

Wednesday, December 15th-

Boys Ice Hockey vs Franklin at Ponky at 4:30pm 

Swimming vs. King Philip at BHRHS at 3:30pm 

Thursday, December 16th-

Girls Ice Hockey vs. Whitman Hanson at Ponky at 6:30pm

Friday, December 17th-

Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Oliver Ames at CHS at 6:30pm 

Saturday, December 18th- 

Boys Varsity Ice Hockey vs. Barnstable at Ponky at 4:00pm 

Masking and CHS Athletics

This Canton High School Athletics blog entry is intended to clarify the expectations around mask wearing this winter season for our winter athletes, families and fans. 

In compliance with MIAA protocols and in an effort to keep our student athletes, families and spectators healthy and safe, masks must be worn at all times* by student athletes, coaches, spectators and all others in attendance at all indoor events at all venues. 

MIAA Statement of November 23, 2021- As of this date in November, we are providing direction regarding masking guidelines for the winter season. This information is consistent with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), and set forth by the Commissioner of Education. In order to maximize full participation of winter sports we will begin the winter season with the same guidelines that we utilized this fall: Student-athletes, coaches, and officials that are indoors shall be masked. These are minimum required State safety standards that remain consistent with the practices that take place during the school day. While masking guidelines may vary at off campus facilities and venues please treat practices and competitions as school events and adhere to the above guideline. Further, be respectful to the policies and expectations set forth in school districts and local communities and continue the practice of communicating with member schools that may or may not have reached the 80% vaccination threshold. DESE has set a January 15, 2022 date to assess masking guidelines. Through our work with State officials, and monitoring vaccination rates and COVID rates, we will take into consideration MIAA committee votes and push for a transition to un-masking during athletic completion within the winter season. 

We in the Canton High School Athletic Department fully appreciate the challenges associated with competing in athletics while masked. Further, we understand that our kids really thrive off of the social aspect of communicating with their teammates and coaches while able to see their full faces. We get it. We miss that too!  However, we are fully committed to following all MIAA and CPS Face Covering policies and to keeping our community safe and healthy.  We need your help!

We need everyone on board in order to make this work well.  We understand that the issue of masking has been a divisive one over the past 18 months and has really challenged our student athletes. However, these are the safety protocols put in place and our coaches and athletic staff cannot be alone in making sure we have 100% compliance. Your partnership is essential.

We ask that all CHS winter sports families discuss the importance of proper mask wearing while participating in CHS Athletics.  Your help is critical in getting all of us on the same page (whether we like it or not).  Some food for thought-

• Please show your coach the respect of not having to put them in the position of repeatedly telling you to put on or fix your mask. 

• Remember that every time your coach needs to correct your mask-wearing, they are not able to focus on their role of coaching. 

• Proper mask-wearing means the mask is covering the nose and mouth. 

• Have a bunch of back-up masks in your athletic bag. We have masks available if you need them.

• Excellence in sport is almost always a result of dealing well with adversity.  The team/player who deals with the "uncontrollables" the best are most often those who excel. This is a classic "uncontrollable!"  Bulldogs- let's not let this get in the way of our goals!

Thank you Bulldogs! 

*At certain times in gymnastics and while in the pool for swimming, masks may be removed. 

95th Thanksgiving Day Football game set for Thursday

The Bulldogs of Canton High will travel across the town line to face the Black Knights of Stoughton on Thursday, November 25th at 10:00am at Stoughton High School's new stadium.  This game will mark the 95th season when the two rivals will face off on the gridiron on Thanksgiving morning.  

TICKET available at the Gate on Thursday morning or in the CHS Athletic Office during the school day on Wednesday, November 24th. 

TICKET PRICES (Cash Only)

Adults- $10

Students- $

Senior Citizens- $5

Children under 8- Free

No passes accepted for this game. No Booster Memberships accepted. 

Winter Sports tryout/practice information

Our winter athletic season kicks off on Monday, November 29. Details for each sport are listed below.

It is NOT TOO LATE to register for a winter sport but the deadline to be eligible on the first day of practice/tryouts has passed. 

Click here to register today!

SPORT SPECIFIC Info:

Gymnastics-  The first week of practice and skill assessment will start on Monday, November 29 from 2:45-4:00. Practices will be held at Metro-South Gymnastics Academy at 255 Revere Street. On-time arrival and appropriate gymnastics attire is required. For any inquiries, please see Coach Abbott or Coach Reardon.

Winter Cheer- Tryouts will be held December 1, 2 and 3rd in the Rodman Gym from 3 to 4:30pm. Please come wearing shorts, a t shirt, sneakers, and a mask. If there are any questions please email Coach Parker at parkers@cantonma.org. Practice starts the following Monday December 6th for those who make the team. 

All Indoor Track and Field athletes should report to the CHS track on Monday November 29th, 3:15-4:45, for the first practice of the season.  Practice will be held outside as long as weather permits, please dress and plan accordingly.  Athletes should also bring their own water to every practice.  Please make sure you have been added to our team google classroom, if not email Coach Amico at amicoa@cantonma.org.  Information throughout the season will be posted there.  We are looking forward to a great season!

Wrestling- The first practice of the season is Monday, November 29th in the Rodman Gym from 6-8:00pm. Everyone is asked to bring athletic attire (shorts, sweatpants, t-shirt, etc.) along with running shoes and wrestling shoes (if you have them.) The practice schedule for the rest of the week are as follows; Tuesday 6-7:30pm, Wednesday 7-9:00pm, Thursday and Friday: 6:00-8:00pm.  All practices in the Rodman.   These are NOT tryouts...we have room for anyone who wants to work hard and be on the team!

Boys Basketball- Practices/Tryouts begin on Monday, November 29th. Please bring a reversible jersey if you have one.

All Freshmen: Monday 11/29, 2:30-2:45 meeting in room 123 for paperwork/attendance, tryouts from 2:45-4:30.

All sophomores, juniors, and seniors- Monday 11/29, 4:00-4:15 meeting in room 123 for paperwork/attendance, tryouts from 4:30-6:30.

Player meeting/rosters announced after Wednesday's tryout for all teams and players. You should plan ahead and inform your ride home that you could be held until up to an hour after your practice session ends.

Boys and Girls Swimming- Nov. 29th 3:45-5:30pm Blue Hills Regional School. All team members should come prepared to swim (one piece bathing suits, bathing cap, and goggles.)

Anyone interested in joining or if you have any questions please contact coach Cheryl Cavanaugh at www.bulldogswimcoach@gmail.com.

Girls Hockey- TRYOUTS BEGIN AT PONKY ON 11/29/21 AT 4:50.  Check equipment bag twice the night before!  We will provide  both a light and dark colored jersey.  You will be told which to wear.  Be prepared to skate hard, sharpen your skates!  Relax and have fun!!!

Girls Basketball- Monday, Nov. 29th- All players in CHS Gym from 6:30-8:30pm. 

Tuesday, Nov. 30th and Wednesday, December 1st- JV/V- CHS Gym from 6:30-8:30pm and Freshmen from 3:30-5:00 at the Galvin. 

Boys Hockey- https://www.cantonhighschoolhockey.com/post/day-1-tryout-information

Boys Soccer heading to State Finals!

Members of the CHS Boys Soccer team celebrating Charlie McKinney PK goal that propelled the 
team to their first-ever state final game.            photo from Patriot Ledger- Jason Snow

For the first time in the program's 38 years, the CHS Boys Soccer team is heading to the State Championship game this weekend. 

For the fifth time in five MIAA tournament games, the #21 seeded Bulldogs will be underdogs on Saturday as they face #6 seeded West Springfield High School in the championship match. 

Game Details-

#21 Canton vs. #6 West Springfield

At Doyle Field in Leominster- 100 Priest Street, Leominster, MA

Saturday, November 20, 2021 at 1:30pm 

Tickets are EXCLUSIVELY DIGITAL.....NO CASH option. Please purchase tickets prior to arrival.  CLICK HERE for tickets. 

Live Stream Available at NFHS Network- This is a pay service. 

The Bulldog's path to the final- 

Defeated #12 seeded Woburn, 3-1 in the First Round

Defeated #5 seeded Agawam, 4-0 in Round of 16

Defeated #20 seeded Amherst-Pelham, 1-0 in Quarterfinal

Defeated #1 seeded East Longmeadow, 2-1 (4-2 in pk's) in Semi-Finals

Go dogs!!!

The team after punching a ticket to the Final Four last week. 

This Week's Football, Cheer and Cross Country

This is the time of year the schedules are a bit in flux. Here is what's happening for Cheer, Football and XC this week.

Cheer- In Regionals this Sunday at Marshfield High School. Our squad takes the mat at roughly 3:00pm.

XC- Competing in the MIAA Cross Country Tournament on Saturday at Gardner Golf Course beginning at 10:00am. 

Football-

Varsity travels to New Bedford on Saturday at noon. 

Froshmore hosts Stoughton on Monday, November 15th at 4:00pm 

Go Dogs!

Winter Sports Registration Now open!

Anyone interested in trying out for a winter athletic program MUST have a parent/guardian register you prior to doing so. The easiest way to register is to visit the CHS Athletics website and complete the online registration available there. See link below.

The following sports programs are offered at CHS in the winter season:

Boys-
Wrestling (Varsity)

Indoor Track (Varsity)

Ice Hockey (Varsity, JV)

Basketball (Varsity, JV, Freshman)

Swimming (Varsity)

Girls-
Cheerleading (Varsity)

Indoor Track (Varsity)

Ice Hockey (Varsity, JV)

Basketball (Varsity, JV, Freshman)

Swimming (Varsity) 

Gymnastics (Varsity) 

User Fees- 
There are three ways to pay the User Fee for CHS Athletics:
1. Submit a check with the User Fee Form
2. Pay through the FamilyID registration process at the time you register. (You may not want to choose this option if you are not sure your child will be on the final rosters.)
3. Pay through the FamilyID site at a time after you register but prior to the deadline.

User Fee payment deadline for the winter is December 15, 2021. 

DEADLINE TO REGISTER to be eligible for the first day of tryouts/practices is SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 21st. 

But Register early and cross it off the list!

First Day Information for each sport will be updated at this blog as it becomes available.

Click here to Register today!

Bulldog Fall State Tournament Information- Updated 11/15/21 at 5:26 pm

The first ever MIAA state-wide tournament kicked off this week with the Bulldog Field Hockey, Volleyball, Girls Soccer and Boys Soccer teams all qualifying after successful regular season campaigns.  Below is all the info any Bulldog fan would need to keep up with the tournament action. 

BOYS SOCCER-

Canton (13-4-4) is seeded #21 in the D2 tournament and has advanced to the FINAL FOUR of the tournament. 

RESULTS-

First Round- defeated #12 Woburn, 3-1

Round of 16- defeated #5 Agawam, 4-0. 

Quarter-Finals- defeated #20 Amherst-Pelham, 1-0

NEXT GAME- State Semi-Final-

#21 Canton vs #1 East Longmeadow

AT Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School- 215 Fitchburg Street, Marlborough, MA

Wednesday, November 17th at 5:00pm. 

Ticket Info- All tickets must be purchased digitally on the GoFan app or website.

CLICK HERE for link to ticket sales. Please purchase prior to arrival.  No cash tickets will be sold. 

CLICK HERE for D2 Boys Soccer Bracket

Season Complete:

VOLLEYBALL-

Canton (15-6) is seeded #9 in the D2 tournament and defeated #24 seeded Westfield High School in First Round action, 3-2, before falling to #8 Dartmouth, 3-1 in the Round of 16. 

Another great season for our Volleyball girls. Congrats to coaches and players. 

CLICK HERE for D2 Girls Volleyball Bracket

FIELD HOCKEY- 

Canton (16-4-0) was seeded #10 in the D2 tournament and defeated #23 seeded Leominster High School in first round action, 2-0, before falling to #7 Reading Memorial High School 2-1 in penalty strokes after an amazing 1-1 score through two overtimes. 

Congratulations to our girls and coaches on a great season- Hock Davenport Champs!!!!!

CLICK HERE for D2 Field Hockey Bracket

GIRLS SOCCER-

Canton (6-7-5) was seeded #22 in the D2 tournament and fell to #11 seeded Mansfield, 3-0 on Thursday, Nov. 4th.

Congratulations to our girls and coaches on a great season. 

CLICK HERE for D2 Girls Soccer Bracket

Field Hockey game moved from Saturday to Sunday

 Due to anticipated terrible weather on Saturday, the final regular season field hockey game of the season has been postponed to Sunday.  See below-

Canton Varsity Field Hockey hosting Norwood on Sunday, October 31st at 2:00pm. 

Update on Games today- Wednesday, October 27

Today's JV Girls Soccer game at Foxboro has been postponed. 

ALL OTHER GAMES scheduled today are currently ON as scheduled. 

This includes the following-

JV (5:30) and Varsity (7:00) Field Hockey games with Sharon at CHS. 

Varsity Girls Soccer at Foxboro at 4:30pm.

Varsity Boys Soccer at Foxboro at 6:30pm. 

PLEASE NOTE that power outages are possible throughout the day. Please understand that this could impact these games with no notice. 

Field Hockey games on Tuesday moved to Wednesday

Due to the anticipated terrible weather tonight, the Field Hockey games scheduled with Sharon have been postponed to tomorrow- Wednesday, October 27th. JV at 5:30 and Varsity at 7:00pm. 

CHS Athletic Dept. Coaching Vacancies

Attention Bulldog fans everywhere-

The following coaching positions are currently posted for the Winter season. Know anyone who may be a good candidate and would like to join a successful team? Let them know about these opportunities!   Currently accepting applications for the following positions below.  Email Athletic Director Danny Erickson with any questions. ericksond@cantonma.org

Applications can be submitted through www.schoolspring.com.  Job ID# posted below:

Head Varsity Wrestling Coach- Deadline for applying is rolling. We are looking to hire ASAP. Job ID#3601943 on schoolspring. 

Assistant Indoor Track Coach (2 positions)- Looking for someone with knowledge in distance and in throws. Job ID#3698214 on schoolspring. 

MANY Changes to schedules

Bulldog fans need to be on their toes these days as game/contest schedules that have always been "subject to change" have recently become changed A LOT.....and often times with little notice. 

This is primarily due to the bus driver shortage in the state.

The best place to get the most up-to-date schedules are at this link- CHS Bulldogs Contest Schedules

Go dogs!

Barucci joins Century Club

The CHS Golf team wrapped up its 5th straight Hockomock Davenport title this past week posting an 11-0 record to date. Last Thursday's impressive win over Oliver Ames marked the 100th CHS Golf team victory under head coach Mike Barucci.

Barucci has built a powerhouse of a team here at CHS during his time here. Not only known for their prowess on the links, Barucci's teams are also the model of hard work, dedication and sportsmanship- all attributes modeled by the head coach.   CHS is lucky to have such a high performing coach leading out golf team. 

Below are the records the team has posted during Barucci's time at the helm:

2013: 10-4

2014- 11-3

2015- 11-3

2016-10-4

2017- 13-1

2018- 11-2

2019- 13-1

2020- 10-0

2021- 12-0 (with one remaining) 

Be sure to congratulate coach if you see him around! 

Weather-Related Changes to schedule- Monday- October 4th

Due to the weather, the Boys Soccer games with Mansfield scheduled for today have been postponed to Thursday, October 7th at at time TBA. 

The Girls games in Mansfield are STILL on due to no simple rescheduling options.  Bundle up!

New CHS Athletics Website

The CHS Athletic Department is happy to announce some simple improvements to our CHS Athletics website. Thanks to recent updates by Mike Barucci, the CHS Athletics website is now much easier to navigate.  The link to the site is at the bottom of this blog entry. 

The website now features 5 simple links to key information:

• CHS Athletics Blog
• Digital Ticketing 
• Schedules
• Registration 
• Twitter Feed

A banner at the top has more detailed info and resources but you no longer need to dig for the basics!

Don't forget to follow this Blog as it has the most up-to-date information from the CHS Athletic Department. 

https://www.cantonma.org/chs/departments/athletics/index

Live Streaming Update

The CHS Athletics Department is working with the CHS Athletic Booster Club, the CHS TV Production class and local Cable to increase the number of events that will be available to livestream as we move through out seasons. 

For now- today's JV and Varsity Volleyball matches with KP will be available to view live on our CHS Athletics YouTube Channel.

We are looking forward to providing more events in more sports soon! Stay tuned!

Weather Related Changes- Tuesday, Sept. 28th

 Due to weather conditions, the following changes have been made to the Athletic Calendar today:

• Golf match with Stoughton has been postponed. 
• Cross Country meet with Oliver Ames has been postponed to Thursday, September 30th. 

Boosters Needs You!

Click Here for a Flyer about an important Booster Meeting

The CHS Athletic Booster Club is a group of dedicated CHS parents who help coordinate fundraising and other activities designed to support our CHS student athletes.  This group has been central to our efforts to be looking continuously to improve the student athlete experience at CHS.  They need your help!

The Booster Club will be meeting on Tuesday night, October 5th at 7:00pm in the CHS Cafeteria. We are hoping to see many new parent faces there!

Any questions- please reach out to the Athletic Office. 

ericksond@cantonma.org

Go Dogs!

Coed Unified Basketball program Registration open

Registration for the Unified Basketball team is now open. This inclusive program provides an amazing athletic and life experience for any Bulldog interested in joining.

Practices start next Monday, October 4th and first game is Tuesday, October 5th!

Sign up today!

https://www.cantonma.org/chs/departments/athletics/registration

Register today!

Live Stream available for Volleyball and Boys Soccer today

There will be a live stream available of our home Volleyball match today and our away Boys Soccer game today. Info below-

Volleyball- Can be found at our CHS Athletics YouTube Channel- 

Boys Soccer at Milford- MilfordTV.net.....then click on Educational Channel or by downloading Milford TV app and checking out the live feed there.

MacKinnon named Head Varsity Basketball Coach

MacKinnon in the huddle
at Franklin Pierce

The CHS Athletic Department is thrilled to announce the hiring of Eric MacKinnon as our Boys Varsity Basketball Coach.  MacKinnon becomes just the 3rd Boys Varsity Basketball Coach at CHS since 2003 (Mike Devoll- 2003/2004 thru 2010/2011 and Ryan Gordy- 2011/2012 thru 2020/2021).

MacKinnon comes to CHS from the college coaching ranks where he was an assistant coach at Franklin Pierce College in New Hampshire from 2015-2020. He has also been a director of Boston Celtics Basketball camps.  He currently teaches Wellness/PE in Easton Public Schools. 

We are thrilled to have a coach of Eric's collegiate experience coming to head our program.  He is a passionate, knowledgeable, committed individual who is ready for this opportunity.  We are so very lucky to have landed him. 

Eric MacKinnon-
CHS Boys Varsity
Basketball Coach 

MacKinnon had this to say upon his appointment to the position-

"I could not be more honored and humbled for this opportunity to join the Canton Bulldog community. Canton High School has a proud tradition of great athletes, outstanding coaches and a culture of doing thing the right way. I can't wait to get to work with these student-athletes and help build a championship program in one of the most competitive leagues in the state."

MacKinnon returns to coach in the league he played in in high school as he was a member of several successful teams at Oliver Ames in his playing days. 

We wish him the best of luck as he takes over our program!

Digital Ticketing for Bulldog Events is here!

The CHS Athletic Department is happy to announce that we are now selling tickets digitally using the platform- TicketSpicket. 

Beginning with tonight's soccer game, fans may purchase tickets on their phone and present the "active" ticket to our Bulldog Event Staff person at the gate. There is currently no option to print paper tickets but it is EASY to purchase tickets and access them on your phone. 

There is a small convenience fee charged by the company but that will be disclosed at time of purchase. 

It's an easy way to buy tickets to our events and to avoid lines. 

Please bear with us as we learn to manage this system and work out any kinks!

Don't worry- we still accept cash.....for now!!!!!   Go Dogs!!

Here is the link to our page where you can buy Bulldog tickets. We currently are selling for games this week and next. 

VOLLEYBALL SCHEDULE CHANGE on FRIDAY- Sept. 10th

Due to a bus issue, the Freshman and JV Volleyball matches scheduled today AT Franklin are postponed. 

The Varsity game is on as scheduled with a projected 5:00pm start time. 

These matches will be rescheduled. 

Go Dogs!

Weather-Related Changes to Schedule- 9-9-2021

Due to the weather, the following changes have been made to CHS Athletics game/meet schedules today- Thursday, September 9th:

Cross Country- Meet at Nauset Regional High School has been postponed to Friday at 4:30pm 

Girls Soccer games at Franklin are ON AS SCHEDULED. Go DOGS!

Any changes to practices schedules for other sports will be communicated through our coaches. 

Fall Schedules updated

 As the MIAA transitions to using a new scheduling system, there has been some confusion as to where you can find our athletic team schedules. Hopefully that confusion is now over. We have updated our website with the correct new links!

Bulldog student athletes, families, and fans can find our schedules at the following link- 

BULLDOG SCHEDULES

Go Dogs!

Student Athlete/Parent Presentation set for Tuesday, September 14th

The CHS Athletic Department will be hosting an awesome experience for our student athletes and parents on the evening of Tuesday, September 14th. 

Dr. Greg Dale- Duke University and 
Excellence In Performance

The evening will feature a presentation by Duke University's Dr. Greg Dale.  Dr. Dale is the Director of Sports Psychology and Leadership at Duke.  He works will all of Duke's student athletes.

He will be addressing our student athletes and parents on the topics of mental toughness in athletics as well as how to help your children gain the most out their athletic experience. 

This will be Dr. Dale's 4th visit to CHS since 2008.  Everyone who has seen him during those visits has benefited by his practical approach to peak performance.  He is a must-see speaker who will provide a great roadmap to high level performance. 

Check out some of his information at his website- 

http://www.excellenceinperformance.com/about

Here are the need to knows- 

Who should attend?  Any CHS student currently playing a sport or planning on playing a sports is required to attend this event. We also ask that each student brings at least one parent. You will not regret attending!

When is the event?  The event will be held on Tuesday, September 14th from 7:00pm-8:15pm.  Please arrive early enough to be seated by 7:00pm. We want to get you out of there by 8:15!

Where is the event? The event will take place at the CHS bleachers at WWII Veterans' Memorial Field (the Turf).  Please park in marked spaces on campus only. 

Important tip! Wear long sleeves, pants and wear mosquito repellant. 

IF we get poor weather, we will move the event INSIDE and only student athletes will be permitted to attend- no parents. We hope this will not be the case!

Info for Fall Bulldog Student Athletes as school starts

After working hard together for more than a week, Bulldog Fall Athletes will be starting school with the entire student body tomorrow.  Here are a couple of important reminders to our fall 'dogs as we head to class:

1. We have designated areas for each program to use if you need to change from school clothes to practice/uniforms after school. Student athletes may also store their own personal athletic bags in those spaces during the school day (with the exception of the two soccer teams.)

Boys Athletic Dept. Locker room in Athletics Hallway- Male Football Players

Girls Athletic Dept. Locker room in Athletics Hallway- Female Football Players and Field Hockey Players

Boys Wellness Locker room- Boys XC members and Boys Golf members

Girls Wellness Locker room- Girls XC members, Cheer and Girls Golfers

Visiting Team Locker room- Volleyball players

Field House rear team room- Boys Soccer (no storage of athletic equipment during the school day)

Field House side team room- Girls Soccer (no storage of athletic equipment during the school day)

2. Have a water plan.  Many of you will be heading to practice/games right after last period and you still need to have your own water so make sure you make a plan!

3. Driving to and from campus and on campus and parking.  TAKE IT SLOW!!!!!! Nobody should be driving more than 15 mph on our campus and the speed limit on Reynolds Street and Cotter Street is 20mph. TAKE THIS SERIOUSLY.  Also- NO parking in the large lot by the turf field and NO parking in any unmarked spots near that lot.  Not following these rules can result in loss of parking privileges. 

4. Play an active role in helping to foster a kind, caring, empathetic climate around school.  Be friendly and look out for all of your fellow schoolmates. You are all in this together!

Go Dogs!

Important Bulldog Reminders!!!

Hello Bulldog Nation. With one week of CHS Athletics in the books, it's a good time to remind everyone of some key protocols and practices to help us all avoid troubles!

1. Don't forget to get a Doctor's note!!!! So if a Bulldog athlete goes to visit a health care professional for an injury sustained at a practice or contest, the student athlete MUST get a note from that professional, laying out a return to play. That means that even if the doctor says you are "good to go," you are not, until we have a note from that doctor stating so.  Basically- ALWAYS get a note from a doctor as to your status and be sure to get it to trainer Kristen prior to your next practice/contest.

2. You must be in school for AT LEAST the final 5 periods of the day in order to be able to participate in CHS Athletics after school that day.  A doctor's appointment (or other appointments of similar importance) are excused as long as a note is provided from the health care professional to the main office. A student who leaves school for a period or two because he/she wasn't feeling well is NOT eligible to return for athletics that day.  Remember- school comes first! 

3. It is CHS policy that all student athletes be transported to/from away contests out of town by bus/van transportation provided by CHS. Last year, this policy was suspended but it has been reinstitute for this school year. This means that if a student athlete is going to be driven to/from an away event by a parent or other family member, an email must be sent PRIOR to the contest to both the coach and AD stating that is happening. Thank you for helping us navigate a return to this policy. 

4. SAVE the DATE- Another blog entry will provide much more detail, but please save the date of Tuesday evening, September 14th at 7:00pm for an important presentation at the CHS stadium field (the turf). The evening will feature Dr. Greg Dale from Duke University. Keep an eye out for more info soon!

Go Dogs!

Heat to return this week

The weather has certainly proven to be an added challenge to the start of the 2021 Bulldog athletic year. The heat was an issue most days last week and it appears that heat and heavy rains could make an appearance again this upcoming week. 

It is important to note that the MIAA has some very clear rules around participating in high school athletics during excessive heat days.  Back in 2019, they instituted a policy which created a scaled level of activity that can take place based on the "wet bulb" temperature reading. The wet bulb thermometer is a tool which aims to measure true temperature feel.  It takes into account actual temperature, wind, humidity, sun, shade.  Our athletic trainer, Kristen Aguiar, monitors this all day long and in various locations on days where the temperatures are excessively high. 

Our coaches are also constantly reminding our student athletes to hydrate.  Hydration is something that we need the help of our families as well. It is impossible for a student athlete to get enough water on hot days when they are not drinking a lot at home all day- before and after practices/games. 

Click Here for the MIAA policy. 

Important Info on the Upcoming Fall Season

The link below brings you to a document with important information about the upcoming fall season. It includes both general information as well as Covid-19 related information. 

Click Here fore the Document

Be mindful of the heat

The CHS Athletic Department would like to remind all student athletes who are training for their sports to be sure to always be mindful fo the heat. Very high temperatures are expected later in the week and student athletes need to take precautions while training. 

Be sure to:

• DRINK a lot of fluids. 
• Avoid training during the hottest times of the day. 
• Take frequent breaks. 

Go Dogs!

Fall Schedules officially released

The CHS Athletic Department is thrilled to release our 2021-22 contest schedules.

At this point, only our Fall season contests are completed and even those are subject to change.  However- the schedules you can find at the link below are up-to-date and you can start planning your fall!

CHS Athletics Contest Schedules 2021-22

Current Coaching Vacancies- Join our team of Bulldogs!

Canton High School is currently looking for some great people to join our coaching staff!

We are looking for passionate, hard working, caring, knowledgeable, team-first individuals with a growth mindset! 

If that sounds like you, please consider applying!

If that sound like someone you know, please encourage them to apply!

Info below-

To apply for any of these positions, please visit www.schoolspring.com and look for the job ID # referenced below.   Any questions, please email us at ericksond@cantonma.org

Head Varsity Wrestling Coach- Position posted through 8/15/2021- Job ID#3601943

Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach- Position posted through 8/15/2021- Job ID#3601942

JV Girls Soccer Coach- Position posted until filled- Job ID#3595465

Assistant Boys Soccer Coach- Position posted until filled- Job ID#3551682

Assistant Boys & Girls Cross Country Coach- Position posted until filled- Job ID#3572486

CHS Booster Club Needs You!

The CHS Athletic Booster Club has been supporting CHS student athletes and teams for 15 years. Like for so many other organizations, the past year was not an ordinary one for the Boosters.  But, a small group of dedicated parents kept it going through the rough waters.  A BIG thank you to those folks- who I'm sure would prefer to remain behind the scenes!

It is now time to get things with the Boosters back to "normal." so we can hit the ground running this August as Fall Sports begin. 

The Boosters will be hosting an informational meeting on Tuesday, June 29th at 6:30 in the CHS Cafeteria. 

In order for the Boosters to continue supporting our student athletes, we NEED parents of our 'dogs to get involved.  There is a place for Booster parents who are able to commit lots of time and a place for parents who can only commit occasional, limited time. They need all comers!

Please consider attending the meeting on June 29th. It doesn't come with any strings attached but does provide a great opportunity to help enhance the CHS student athlete experience. 

Thank you!

Fall Sports Information- Includes Sport-Specific info

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

Football- Monday, August 16th at noon
All other sports- Wednesday, August 18th 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:

Girls Field Hockey- Tryouts for Field Hockey will begin at 10:30am on Monday, August 23rd. 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 be 8/23 at 10:30am and 8/24 at 10:30am and 7:00pm. This is a change from the initial schedule.  If you have any questions contact coach Chrissy O'Connor. rsd.oconnor@gmail.com

Golf- Mandatory meeting on Thursday, August 19th at 10:00am in the CHS Distance Learning Lab,  to discuss the tryout process/schedule. Times and locations for tryouts on Monday ,August 23rd will be distributed at that time. Any questions? Email coach Mike Barucci- baruccim@cantonma.org

Volleyball- We welcome all girls interested in playing volleyball (no experience necessary) to join us for trouts in the CHS gym.  We field three teams: varsity, JV and freshman. Tryouts are as follows: Monday, August 23- 5:00-7:30pm, Tuesday, August 24th- 6:30-9:00pm and Wednesday, August 25- 5:00-7:30pm. Practices for all three teams will start on Thursday, August 26th. 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

Cross Country is a distance running sport. Everybody on the team (JV or Varsity) runs between 2.5 and 3.1 miles for our races and daily training runs are anywhere from three to six miles. Boys and Girls interested in running XC this fall need to register with and turn in an updated physical (within the past 13 months)to the athletic department to be eligible to participate in our first day of practice on Wednesday, August 25th at 4:30pm at CHS Field House (track).  Any clarifying questions, please email coach Hiltz  at hiltzd@cantonma.org.  Hope to see you there! "If you are trying out for another sport and that doesn't work out but you would like to join XC, you have until WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 8th to contact the coaches.

Boys Soccer- All boys interested in playing soccer should report to the turf/track on Monday, August 23rd 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

Cheerleading- Practice will start on Monday, August 23 from 3:00-5:00pm in the Rodman Gym. Tryouts concluded on June 17th and the team has been notified.  

Girls Soccer- All girls interested in playing soccer should report to the turf/track on Monday, August 23rd at 5:00pmn 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- edris29@gmail.com

Football- Equipment Handout will be Sunday, August 15th. Seniors at 4:00pm, Juniors at 4:45pm, Sophomores at 5:30pm and Freshmen at 6:30pm. our First practice will be August 20th starting at 9:00am. Let's get working in the meantime!

Unified Basketball- Begins in October....Registration takes place in September.

Gordy moves on from Boys Basketball - appointed Special Assistant to AD

Coach Ryan Gordy cutting down the net
in 2018 after leading his Bulldogs to
their first Hock Title in 26 years. 

The CHS Athletic Department has some bitter-sweet news to share as we announce that Coach Ryan Gordy will be leaving his role of Head Boys Basketball coach and assuming the role as the department's first-ever Special Assistant to the Athletic Director.  The resignation takes effect immediately and the Special Assistant position will officially begin in July. 

With the recent retirement of Denise Duffett as the CHS Athletic Department Secretary after nearly two decades behind the desk, the department has re-organized with the creation of the Special Assistant role. The position will see Gordy assisting with all aspects of the CHS Athletic Department ranging from administrative to supervisory to managerial duties. The shift will allow the department to be more efficient and more in line with the needs of the department in 2021.  The student athlete experience will certainly continue to improve at a more rapid clip with the introduction of this new position and with Coach Gordy in the role.  He brings amazing experiences, a vast understanding of the culture of CHS Athletics and a passion and love of high school athletics to this new role. 

An Appreciative Farewell- 

Gordy with his boys after winning
the Davenport in 2019

Coach Gordy has been at the helm of the CHS Boys Basketball program for the past decade. During that time he has developed a program respected by the entire Hockomock League and beyond.   He laid a foundation of success with his credo of "Commit-Compete" and in preaching to always "honor the process."  Coach Gordy's teams certainly lived up to those important pillars.

Over the past decade, Coach Gordy's teams have been honored with several Hockomock League Sportsmanship Awards and two Hockomock Davenport Championships.  The highlight of Gordy's tenure was undoubtedly how he marshaled his program through the tragic medical challenge suffered by his captain- Xavier Machuga. His support of "X" and his lessons of empathy for his entire program during this time really showcases what high school sports is all about. 

Gordy led his Bulldogs to 87 victories during his time as head coach- highlighted by League Divisional titles in 2018 and 2019- a two year stretch that saw the Bulldogs go 20-1 at CHS's Masciarelli Gymnasium. 

Coach Gordy has been a mentor to many in the Basketball world and at CHS.  The CHS Athletic Department is thrilled to have him assuming this new role. 

Gordy had this to say upon his appointment- 

"A decade of running the boys basketball program has been the thrill of my career. But now I look forward to stepping into a role where I can work with the athletes and coaches of all our sports programs at CHS."

Bulldog MIAA Spring Tournament Information- Updated- 6-22-2021

UPDATED- Tuesday, June 22 at 2:10pm 

SIX Bulldog teams- Baseball, Softball, Boys Tennis, Wrestling, Boys Lacrosse and Girls Lacrosse will all be entering the MIAA Spring State Tournament this week.   Many individuals on our Track & Field team will be competing in States as well. See contest info below.

Boys Lacrosse- Seeded #1 in the D2 South Section of the MIAA Tournament.

Defeated #16 seeded North Quincy in first round action, 16-1. 

Defeated #8 seeded Nauset in Quarter-Final Round, 15-11. 

Will face #13 seeded Hanover in Semi-Final Round on Thursday, June 24th at 5:00pm at CHS. 

Click Here for MIAA D2 South Boys LAX Bracket

Ticket Prices- $5 (cash only). CHS Boosters will be present to sell memberships for 2021-22 school year. Purchase one at the gate and get into all remaining home games free of charge. 

Track and Field- Six Bulldogs will be competing in the All-States this Thursday and Saturday. 

Click Here for info

ELIMINATED TEAMS:

Girls Lacrosse- Seeded #15 in D1 South Section of the MIAA Tournament.

Defeated by #18 seeded Whitman-Hanson in preliminary round action in OT, 13-12. 

Click Here for MIAA D1 South Girls LAX Bracket 

Wrestling- Seeded #7 in the D2 Central Section of the MIAA Tournament.

Defeated by #2 seeded Milford in the Quarter-Final round (12-45). 

Click Here for MIAA D2 Central Wrestling Bracket 

Softball-

Seeded #22 in D2 South Section of the MIAA Tournament.

Defeated #11 Cardinal Spellman in Preliminary Round, 5-4. 

Defeated by #6 Plymouth South in First Round, 6-18. 

Click Here for MIAA D2 South Softball Bracket

Boys Tennis- Seeded #4 in D2 South Section of MIAA Tournmant. 

Defeated by #5 Bishop Feehan in Quarterfinal Round, 2-3. 

Click Here for MIAA D2 South Boys Tennis Bracket

Baseball- Seeded #11 in D2 South Section of MIAA Tournament.

Defeated by #6 Plymouth South in the first round, 0-4. 

Click Here for MIAA D2 South Baseball Bracket

Off-Season Strength & Conditioning Program Registration

Registration is now open for our Strength and Conditioning program run by our S&C coach- Adam Hughes. 

This program is for student athletes who are in their "off-season" and wish to train in our Scott Herr Training Facilities with coach Hughes. 

In order to attend S&C sessions beginning June 22, 2021, you must have a parent/guardian register you through the link below.  Once you register once, for this program, you are approved to train throughout the summer and the entire 2021-22 school year. 

REGISTER HERE

Weather-Related Schedule Changes- Monday- June 14th

Due to today's rain, today's Girls Tennis match with Oliver Ames has been postponed to tomorrow- Tuesday, June 15th.  That match location will now change to Oliver Ames High School. 

Today's Girls Varsity and JV Lacrosse games today as well as the Boy Varsity Lacrosse game tonight is currently on as scheduled. 

Cross Country Meeting on Thursday, June 17th

There will be a brief but important meeting for any boy or girl interested in joining our Bulldog Cross Country this upcoming fall season- on Thursday, June 17th from 2:45-3:15 under the tent in front of the Rodman Building. 

No experience necessary. 

Any questions? Contact coach Hiltz at hiltzd@cantonma.org

Update on Bulldog Athletic Events- Tuesday- June 8th

In accordance with the MIAA Heat Policy and with the threat of dangerous weather in the area this afternoon, all contests (home and away) scheduled for today have been postponed.  See below for details. 

Also- there will be NO OUTDOOR practices today prior to 6:00pm.  Any team looking to practice after 6:00pm must get approval of the CHS Athletic Department.  As of right now Boys Lacrosse practice is on at 6:15pm but this could change.  

As for reschedules- ALL softball, baseball and girls tennis contests scheduled for today have been rescheduled to Friday, June 11th.  The boys tennis meet has been rescheduled to Tuesday, June 15th. 

Outside contests and practices canceled/postponed today

In compliance with the MIAA Heat Policy, all outdoor practices and contests today are canceled/postponed. This applies to baseball, softball, tennis, lacrosse, and track.  See below for details and rescheduling information:

Baseball, Softball and Tennis contests scheduled for today with Foxboro have been postponed to this Thursday- June 10th. Same times and locations. 

As a result of that move, the Girls Tennis match scheduled with OA on Thursday, June 10th is being pushed to Monday, June 14th. 

The Girls JV-Varsity Lacrosse games schedule at OA today have been postponed to this Thursday- June 10th- JV at 4:00pm and Varsity at 5:30pm. 

The Boys JV Lacrosse game with OA has been canceled. 

The Boys Varsity Lacrosse game with OA scheduled for today has been postponed to Monday, June 14th at 7:00pm at CHS. 

The Wrestling meet at Stoughton today is on as scheduled. 

Today's Strength and Conditioning sessions with coach Hughes will be held in the Herr Center across from the library. 

Stay Hydrated and Cool!

Volleyball Meeting- June 8

There will be a meeting on Tuesday, June 8th at 2:45 at the tent in front of the Rodman building for any girl interested in playing in the Volleyball program this fall. 

It will not be a long meeting but it is important to attend if you are interested in joining the program. 

Fall Cheer Tryouts June 15, 16, 17

Coach Stephanie Parker recently announced that tryouts for the Fall Cheer team will take place this June.

All interested candidates should report to the CHS Masciarelli Gymnasium (the main gym) for tryouts on Tuesday, June 15, Wednesday, June 16 and Thursday, June 17 from 3:00pm-5:00pm. 

Candidates should come ready to go- dressed in shorts, t-shirt and cheer shoes or white sneakers. You must have your hair tied back and be wearing a mask. 

Only candidates who have been REGISTERED by their parent/guardian through the CHS Athletics site by Sunday, June 13th, will be eligible to try out. Click Here for Registration information. 

Please contact Coach Parker at parkers@cantonma.org if you have any questions! We are looking forward to seeing many new faces!

Fall 2021 Season Registration now Open!!!!!

Anyone interested in trying out for a fall athletic program MUST have a parent/guardian register you prior to doing so. The easiest way to register is to visit the CHS Athletics website and complete the online registration available there. See link below.

PLEASE register before the end of this school year!

The following sports programs are offered at CHS in the fall:

Boys-
Cross Country (Varsity)
Football (Varsity, JV/Freshmen)
Golf (Varsity)
Soccer (Varsity, JV)

Girls-
Cheerleading (Varsity) (For info on Cheer- click to this Blog Entry)
Cross Country (Varsity)
Field Hockey (Varsity, JV)
Soccer (Varsity, JV)
Volleyball (Varsity, JV and Freshmen)

Please Note that Unified Basketball is a LATE FALL program. Registration for that will open in September.

User Fees- 
There are three ways to pay the User Fee for CHS Athletics:
1. Submit a check with the User Fee Form
2. Pay through the FamilyID registration process at the time you register. (You may not want to choose this option if you are not sure your child will be on the final rosters.)
3. Pay through the FamilyID site at a time after you register but prior to the deadline.

User Fee payment deadline for the fall is September 10, 2021. 

Football starts on Friday, August 20th.
Cheer starts on a date to be determined, but it will be mid/late August. 
All other sports start on Monday, August 23rd. 

DEADLINE TO REGISTER to be eligible for the first day of tryouts/practices is as follows:
Cheer- Sunday, June 13th
Football- Monday, August 16th at noon 
All other sports- Wednesday, August 18th at noon
But Register early and cross it off the list!

First Day Information for each sport will be updated at this blog as it becomes available.

Click here to Register today!