Arianna Whittaker, daughter of Jennifer and Erik Whittaker, recently committed to run Cross Country and Track and Field at SUNY Geneseo. Arianna has run for Canton Central School since the 10th grade when she transferred in from the Little River School in Canton. Arianna has had an amazing career as a Canton Golden Bear. She […]
Category Archives: Bill Porter
Walk or Run!
‘I have two doctors, my left leg and my right’ – George Trevelyan IF you choose not to read any further, please consider watching this YouTube video and PLEASE do not think that you cannot run!! This gentleman’s story is another example of evidence that WE ALL CAN! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q7v9S02Y4cs The above is a quote which has inspired me […]
March Melancholy
I can’t believe that it has been almost two weeks now without sports. There are no students playing badminton in physical education class, there are no teams getting ready for their practices, no one is on the gymnasium or the fitness center and even the television is letting me down with no March Madness Basketball […]
Saluting High School Seniors as Spring Sports and Activities Remain on Hold
Dr. Karissa L. Niehoff, NFHS Executive Director A visitor to the local high school in late March would normally find boys and girls engaged in track and field, baseball, softball and lacrosse practices. Inside the building, some students would be involved with speech or debate activities. Unfortunately, this is not a normal year – far […]
You Can’t Out Train a Bad Diet!
I found this title quote in an article by NFL All-Pro Lineman LeCharles Bentley and it is hanging on the door of the fitness center at C.C.S. There are many fit individuals out there who are addicted to the increased dopamine and serotonin levels in their brains caused by intense exercise. They are able to […]
Canton Golden Bears are Now Streaming Games and Matches Held in the High School Gymnasium!
Following a recent fund drive by the Canton Booster Club to purchase two automated cameras the Canton Central Athletic Department is pleased to announce that all events held in the High School Gymnasium will be live-streamed and recorded to be played On Demand. To watch an event such as a volleyball or wrestling match or […]
In High School Sports, “Commit” is a Verb, Not a Noun
Dr. Karissa L. Niehoff, NFHS Executive Director When is “commit” not a verb? According to Webster’s never – that is unless the reference is to where the high school’s star quarterback is headed to college. Even in game stories, the “top” players on high school teams are often referred to as a “(name of college) […]
Veteran Officials ‘Hanging it Up’ Because of Unruly Behavior by Parents
Editor’s Note: This press release was sent in by Athletic Director Bill Porter, who added the following comment: “This article, although disturbing, is unfortunately true even in Section X. We have a shortage of officials in many sports and parent or fan behavior is often cited as the number one reason for not getting involved… or […]
Canton Golden Bears Booster Club, A Solid Foundation and a Strong Future!
Proudly Serving All C.C.S. Athletic Teams Since 1992!! Formed in the Fall of 1992 by a small group of Golden Bears who had the dream of enhancing the overall athletic experience for C.C.S. Athletes, the Booster Club was developed to support all Varsity teams and individuals. Founding members included Nellie Coakley, Gail and Tim Abplanalp, Agnes […]
