Coach Dan Kiser takes the CHS Boys Basketball reins

The Canton High School Athlteic Department is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dan Kiser as our new Boys Varsity Basketball Coach. 

Coach Kiser with his former Randolph
team in a big MIAA contest

Coach Kiser rose to the top of a strong pool of candidates.  He takes over after a two-year stint by coach Eric MacKinnon who led the Bulldogs through the past two seasons. 

Kiser currently serves as a Special Education teacher at Canton High School. Prior to teaching in Special Education, Kiser was a Physical Education teacher. He holds his Masters degree in Moderate Disabilities. 

A veteran with an amazing resume, Kiser looks to bring his passion, knowledge and a player-centered focus to the position of Bulldog head coach.  He has been coaching high school and/or college for nearly three decades.  Here are some highlights:

• Interim Head Basketball Coach at Randolph High School- 2022-23
• Associate Head Basketball Coach at Randolph High School- 2010-2017 and 2019-2022
• 2022 State Championship at Randoph High School
• On the bench for four Elite Eight appearances- 2016, 2019, 2022, 2023
• Named MBCA Assistant Coach of the Year is 2022
• Head Coach of Eastern Nazarene College- 1997-1999

CHS Athletic Director, Danny Erickson was thrilled to make the announcement-

Coach Kiser with Randolph
Head Coach Kalon Jenkins

"Coach Kiser is a perfect fit for our Boys Basketball program.  He is a player-centered coach who brings a big personality with him but one that really focusses on the student athlete.  His basketball IQ is top notch.  The number of high quality basketball coaches in the region who advocated for Dan to get this spot, really highlights his reputation. We are trilled to see him get started."

Coach Kiser had this to say upon his appointment-

"I am very excited about this opportunity to coach at Canton High School. My goal is to carry on the tradition that past coaches such as Coach Gordy, Aldrich, Devoll and MacKinnon have laid the foundation over the years. I would like to thank CHS administration for the trust they have shown in me. Lastly, i'd like to thank everyone at Randolph High School for their loyalty, hard work and dediation they have shown to me over the years. Now---Let's go Bulldogs!"

2023 Fall Season- Sports Specific Info

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

• • Cheer- Team already selected at June Tryouts
  • Football- Monday, August 14th at noon
  • Unified Basketball- TBA but some point in September
  • All other fall sports- Wednesday, August 16th 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!

Click here for CHS Athletics Contest Schedules

Sport Specific information:

Cheer- First practice is Monday, August 21st from 3:00-5:00pm in Rodman Gym. Teams were selected at a tryout in June. 

Golf- Mandatory meeting on Thursday, August 17th at 10:00am in room 123 at CHS to discuss the tryout process and schedule. Times and locations for tryouts on Monday, August 21st will be distributed at that time. Any questions? Email coach Mike Barucci- baruccim@cantonma.org

Football- We are very excited about the upcoming season and your interest in playing football.

Lot's of opportunities to get ready over the next 7 weeks. Reach out to coach Fallon with any questions- anthonyfallon@cantonma.org or anthfals1@comcast.net

Equipment hand out will be Aug 13 in the am.

Seniors 8-9 am
Juniors 9-10 am
Sophomores 10-11 am
Freshman 11-12 pm

Media Day for team photos- August 17th 9-10am at turf

First week Football practice schedule-

Friday, August 18th- 9-11am at CHS Turf (helmets)

Saturday, August 19th- 8:00-10am at CHS Turf (helmets)

Monday, August 21st- 8:30-10:30am at CHS Turf (helmets)

Tuesday, August 22nd- 8:00-10:30am at CHS Turf (uppers)

Wednsday, August 23rd- 2:00-4:00pm at CHS Turf (uppers)

Thursday, August 24th- 8:00-10:30 (full pads) AND 6:30-7:30pm (helmets)

Friday, August 25th- 10:00-noon Scrimmage with Boston English

Saturday, August 26th- 9-11am- (film) AND 6:00-8:00pm (helmets) 

Boys and Girls Cross Country- All athletes interested in running Cross Country should report to the parking lot across from the American Legion on Monday August 21st at 8 AM. Athletes should be prepared to run (proper attire/running shoes/water/etc.). Click here for a full pre-season schedule. If you have any other questions please contact Coach Brian Gotsell (briangotsell@cantonma.org)

Girls 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 21, Tuesday, August 22, and Wednesday, August 23 - 4:00pm-7:00pm.

Everyone is expected at all three tryouts. Practices for all three teams will start on Thursday, August 24. 

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!

Girls Field Hockey- Tryouts for Field Hockey will begin at 10:30am-12:30pm on Monday, August 21st). 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 8/22 from 7-9pm and 8/23 from 4:00-6:00pm. Practices for Varsity and JV teams will begin Thursday 8/24. If you have any questions contact coach Chrissy O'Connor rsd.oconnor@gmail.com

Boys Soccer- All boys who are registered for playing soccer should report to the turf/track on Monday, August 21st 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

Unified Baskettball starts in late September. Info will follow once school year starts. 

Girls Soccer- All girls interested in playing soccer should report to the turf/track on Monday, August 21st at 5pm 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  CLICK HERE for Girls Soccer pre-season schedule.