Change at the top of Bulldog Cross Country program

Exciting times in the CHS Cross Country program as long-serving coach, David Hiltz, is moving on to pursuit other opportunities in educational leadership.  His successor is Brian Gotsell, who comes to CHS from Oliver Ames where he has been a coach and teacher for several years. 

Bulldog Nation is sad to see Coach Hiltz go. He has been a key member of our fall coaching staff since taking over the Cross Country program a decade ago.  During that time, the Bulldog Cross Country program made huge strides forward including establishment of a new home race course at Pequitside Farm- an accomplishment spearheaded by Hiltz. His effort, care and commitment to his student athletes was always clear.  His impact here has been significant. 

Taking the reigns from Hiltz, Gotsell brings a great deal of energy, knowledge and passion for the sport to CHS XC. His experience includes-

• Four years as Assistant Cross Country Coach at OA
• Seven years as both an indoor and outdoor Assistant Track & Field Coach at OA
• 1 year as Track & Field Coach at Easton Middle School

Newly appointed XC 
coach- Brian Gotsell

Originally from Winchester, Massachusetts, Gotsell graduated from Stonehill College before moving on to be a History teacher at Oliver Ames High School- where he has been for the past ten years. He ran the Chicago Marathon in both 2019 and 2021 and is currently training to run the Philadelphia Marathon this fall. 

He had this to say upon his official appointment to the role of Head Boys and Girls Cross Country Coach-

"I am excited for the opportunity to become the Head Boys and Girls Cross Country Coach at Canton High School.  Canton Athletics has such a strong legacy and history.  I cannot wait to join it. I am looking forward to bringing my knowledge and passion for the sport to the harriers of Canton Cross Country."

CHS Athletics wishes the best to both Coach Hiltz and Coach Gotsell as they begin these next chapters in their journey in education/athletics.