Big Night for CHS Student-Athletes and Parents

Member of Team USA- Noelle Lambert

The Canton High School Athletic Department will be hosting a presentation for all CHS student athletes and their parents on Tuesday, September 24th at 7:00pm in the CHS Morse Auditorium.  This event is mandatory for all CHS student athletes (all three seasons) and we ask that they bring a parent with them. 

All in attendance will be treated to a keynote speaker who will kick-off the CHS Athletic year for all of us with an inspirational story of resilience and grit. Noelle Lambert is currently in Paris competing on Team USA in the Para-Olympic games. A former high school student athlete from New Hampshire, Lambert went on to play collegiate lacrosse before being involved in a tragic moped accident. Her comeback story and the heights she has reached since losing her leg in that accident, will inspire all of our Bulldogs to battle through their own challenges. She even went on to compete in a season of CBS's Survivor. 

The night will run from 7:00pm-8:15pm and will feature Lambert for most of that time. Everyone has plenty of notice for this upcoming event and it is expected that all Bulldog student athletes clear their calendars that night to be able to attend. 

Noelle is expected to participate in Paris on September 5th and 7th in Stade de France. 

Click Here to visit Noelle Lambert's website for more info about her inspirational story. 

Some important Need-to-Knows for CHS Student Athletes and families

We are off! With our Golf team facing Stoughton this afternoon, we are officially underway with the 2024-25 CHS Athletic Year!!!!

Click Here for some very important Need-to-Knows for our student athletes and families!

Go Dogs!

Some reminders about our health and safety

A message from the CHS Athletic Department regarding student well-being as we head into the start of our contests:

1. Wear Bug Spray!  As has been the case in many previous years, areas of New England are currently dealing with mosquito-borne illnesses. 

The Canton Public Schools recently began a weekly spraying of our playing fields by the Norfolk County Mosquito Control Project. This should help a great deal in decreasing the mosquito population in these areas. 

Whether you are a participant or spectator at our outdoor practices and contests, be sure you are wearing a mosquito repellant with deet.  Also- try to cover up as much as you can. Long sleeves and long pants are a plus. 

2. Hydration! Our student athletes are expected to bring their own water bottles to all practices and contests. We do provide water for refills but we do not provide individual water bottles.  Make sure you are drinking water throughout the school day as well!

3. If you are sick, stay home!  The days of "battling through sickness" and getting to practices and games are over. If you feel sick, stay home! Don't get your teammates sick as well! Healthy teammates are key to team success!

4. SLEEP! Our summer sleeping patterns are now shifting to school year patterns. Our student athletes need a minimum of 8 hours sleep each night.

You are not being a good teammate if you are not working towards this goal.  Optimum performance on the field, court, and course only comes with a solid night's sleep!

5. Eat smart! This blog entry won't get into what is healthy to eat or not....but we all know what is generally junk and what is good for us. Fuel your body with good stuff. 

Be sure to think about WHEN you eat. Many of our contests are at times that mess up our typical eating times. PLAN out when you eat on game days. You need your fuel....but you don't need a big bag of Doritos right before you play!

GO DOGS!

Field Hockey Program Welcoming New players

The CHS Field Hockey program- one of the oldest and proudest programs in the region- is looking for new CHS student athletes to join them for the 2024 season. 

Long-time CHS Head Coach Chrissy O'Connor, who has lead the program to a State Championship, had this to say to the CHS community as the season begins in less than two weeks-

"The Canton Field Hockey program is looking to add players to our program.  No experience is needed and this is a no cut season for the program.  With the addition of Mary McNeil (former CHS player and Merrimack College graduate) to the coaching staff this season it’s a great time to give field hockey a try."

Contact coach Chrissy O’Connor @ rsd.oconnor@gmail.com with any questions regarding the season.

Register for CHS Field Hockey at this link-https://www.cantonma.org/chs/departments/athletics/registration

Holland joins Bulldog Coaching staff as Head Varsity Girls Coach

The Canton High School Athletic Department is thrilled to announce the appointment of Chrystal Holland as our new Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach.  Holland takes the reigns from long-time coaching Jimmy Choquette, who served as the head of the Bulldog Girls Basketball program for a decade. 

Coach Holland crafted the following letter to the Canton community, introducing herself to the school and town:

Coach Chrystal Holland

Dear Bulldog Family,

My name is Chrystal Holland, and I’m originally from Stoughton, MA. Although my middle name isn’t “basketball”, anyone who knows me, knows it could’ve been. Ever since I can remember, I’ve been around the game of basketball. Whether it was watching my siblings from the sidelines, being coached by my parents on the foundations of the sport, playing in college with an amazing coaching staff and teammates, or coaching high school students alongside coaching legends, basketball has always been a part of me and something I plan to honor and give back to the sport that gave me so much. When I’m not coaching, watching, or playing basketball, I am working full-time as a Marketing Services Specialist at Harvard Medical School.

For the past three years I’ve coached the freshmen girls basketball team at Oliver Ames High School. I was also an assistant coach on the Junior Varsity and Varsity teams. I was a part of the coaching staff for Oliver Ames during their most recent state championship back in 2021. Coaching doesn't stop after the high school season is over, I also coach women's AAU during the spring/summer seasons.

As a player, I was a four-year varsity starter, and 2-year captain at Stoughton High School from 2008-2012. I played Division II basketball at American International College (AIC) in Springfield, MA. While at AIC, we won the regular season Championship in 2016 and made it to the first round of the DII NCAA tournament. Although I finished my basketball career at AIC, I still enjoy playing basketball through women’s summer leagues when I get a chance.

I am excited to continue my journey as the new head coach of the girl’s basketball team here at Canton High School this upcoming 2024-2025 school year. I look forward to the great season, and the great work we will do together!

Well said coach! Welcome to Canton! 

O'Neill Named New Head Cheer Coach

Coach Jenny O'Neill

The CHS Athletic Department is happy to announce the hiring of Jenny O'Neill as our next Head Varsity Cheer Coach. O'Neill, who will be the program's third head coach in as many seasons, has served as the Assistant Cheer Coach for the Bulldogs over the past four seasons. 

Cheerleading has been a part of Coach O'Neill's life since 2nd grade.  She has made a huge impact on the Bulldog program in her time here. Her ability to build strong, positive relationships with our student athletes was a big reason for her appointment to the position. She is a great person with a passion for cheerleading and for working with young people. 

Coach O'Neill had this to say upon her appointment-

"I will strive to make the same positive impact on my student athletes that my coaches made on me. I realize it is a big responsibility and I'm up for the challenge! I cannot wait to get started as the Head Coach. Go Bulldogs!"

Fall Sports Information- UPDATED!

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

• • Football- Monday, August 12th at noon
  • Unified Basketball- TBA but some point in September
  • All other fall sports- Wednesday, August 14th 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:

GIRLS FIELD HOCKEY- Tryouts for Field Hockey will begin 10:00am-12:00pm on Monday, August 19th.  Tryouts will also be held on 8/20 from 7-9pm and 8/21 from 3:30-5:15pm. Players are expected to attend all sessions.  Please be at the CHS turf field on time and ready to play.  Please bring stick, mouthgaurd, 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 first session.  Practices for Varsity and JV teams will begin Thursday 8/22. If you have any questions contact coach Chrissy O'Connor rsd.oconnor@gmail.com

FOOTBALL- We are very excited about the upcoming season and your interest in playing football. Schedule below. Reach out to coach Fallon with any questions- anthonyfallon@cantonma.org or anthfals1@comcast.net

 

Equipment hand out will be Aug 11 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 15th 9-10am at turf

 

First week Football practice schedule-

Friday, August 16th- 9-11am at CHS Turf (helmets)

Saturday, August 17th- 8:00-10am at CHS Turf (helmets)

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

Tuesday, August 20th- 8:00-10:30am at CHS Turf (uppers)

Wednesday, August 21st- 7:00-9:00pm at CHS Turf (uppers)

Thursday, August 22nd- 8:00-10:30 (full pads) and 6:00-7:15pm (helmets)

Friday, August 23rd- 8 -10 am (grass) (uppers) and 3-5 (turf)(uppers) 

Saturday, August 24th- 10:00am Scrimmage VS Bridgewater Raynham

GOLF- Mandatory meeting on Thursday, August 15th at 11:00am in room 123 at CHS to discuss the tryout process and schedule. Times and locations for tryouts beginning on the week of Monday, August 19th will be distributed at that time. Any questions? Email coach Mike Barucci- baruccim@cantonma.org

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 19th at 8 AM. Athletes should be prepared to run (proper attire/running shoes/water/etc.). Click here for the full pre-season schedule. If you have any other questions please contact Coach Brian Gotsell (briangotsell@cantonma.org)

BOYS SOCCER- All boys who are registered for playing soccer should report to the turf/track on Monday, August 19th 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 BASKETBALL- starts in late September. Info will follow once school year starts. 

CHEER- Tryouts for Cheer will take place on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, August 19-21 from 4:00-6:00 in the Rodman Gym on CHS campus. Candidates should come 10 minutes early to check in, dressed in shorts, t-shirt and cheer shoes/ athletic sneakers. 

GIRLS SOCCER- All girls interested in playing soccer should report to the turf/track on Monday, August 19th at 5pm-7pm 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 Sunday. Need more info? Contact coach Idris Senyonjo- idrissenyonjo@cantonma.org  CLICK HERE for Girls Soccer pre-season schedule. 

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, Junior Varsity, and Freshman.

Tryouts are as follows:

Monday, August 19: 4 PM - 7 PM

Tuesday, August 20: 4 PM - 7 PM

Wednesday, August 21: 4 PM - 7 PM

Everyone is expected at all three tryouts. Practices for all three teams will start on Thursday, August 22 (times TBD).

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 or patriciabcawley@gmail.com.

Hope to see you there!