New Spiritwear Designs Coming Soon!

Show your team spirit with popular designs from the Caldwell Athletic Booster Club Spiritwear booth. The booth is open through halftime during home football games.

Just in...infant and toddler sizes, new men's designs and bling for the ladies! Look for selections at upcoming volleyball games and other sporting events.

All proceeds go back into the Caldwell Athletic Program at both the Middle School and High School to pay for travel expenses, uniforms, essential equipment and much more.

School Spirit: The Heart of the Swarm

Doesn’t our athletes’ willingness to fight make you proud to be a Hornet fan?

Last week the boys on the field had challenges but showed dedication and character by continuing to give it their all. And you can bet they, as well as the coaches, have been working all week to bring you their best this week.

Similarly, on the volleyball court this week the young ladies in orange and white went back and forth in a match that went into 5 sets, and the young athletes never gave up—in the end being victorious over Smithville.

Games may be won or lost on the field or court against very worthy opponents, but the character and dedication that our athletes at Caldwell High School possess are second to none. They are the reason why the Caldwell Athletic Booster Club continues to grow, with a whole host of volunteers that make everything we do possible.

So when you see them around town, tell them good job, shake their hands, pat them on their backs and let them know you are proud to wear Orange and White!

Are you ready for some football?!

Check out the latest on the Caldwell Hornet varsity football team on KBTX's Hometown Heroes. Come show your support this Friday, August 31 at 7:30 p.m. at Hornet Field as the team takes on Bellville. District play this season will include match-ups with Madisonville, Navasota, Rockdale and Taylor in the five-team district.

Hornet spirit wear and commemorative programs, including a special tribute to Happy Skrabanek, will be on sale at every home game. Come out and show your Hornet Pride!

Meet the Hornets Scheduled for August 24

The fall sports season is upon us, and it's time to meet the Hornets!

Come support your Hornet volleyball team on Friday, August 24, beginning at 4:30 in the CHS gym. An evening of festivities will start at 6 p.m. with a football scrimmage and social at Hornet Field. Watch Hornet football take on Trinity, and meet the 2012 Hornet band, cheerleaders and honeybees. After the scrimmage, coaches will introduce cross country, football, and volleyball athletes to the community.

The Caldwell Athletic Booster Club will be on site to sign up members and sponsors. New Hornet spirit wear will be available, along with other select merchandise at reduced prices. The concession stand will be open with hot links and snacks, and there will be complimentary Blue Bell ice cream while it lasts.

Hornet families and fans are the heartbeat of the Swarm...let’s "Bring the Sting!"

One "Wild Ride" for Caldwell Athletics

Local business owner Jim Cross of Bud Cross Ford presents Caldwell Athletic Director Kenneth Gilchrist with the keys to a 2012 F-150 FX2 Lariat crew cab truck outfitted in hues of orange, navy and white. The truck, which displays a hornet crashing through the sides, will be in Gilchrist's possession for the entire school year and will be a mainstay at Caldwell sporting events.

"We wanted to do something to show 100% support for the new athletic program at Caldwell ISD," says Cross. With my dad's background as a coach in Caldwell, it seemed fitting to make a big statement. I hope the community is as excited as we are about the program and the coming years."

Bud Cross Ford has supported Caldwell Athletics for decades and encourages other local businesses and residents to do the same. Caldwell Athletic Booster Club sponsorships and memberships are still available. Contact a board member or volunteer for more information.

Midnight Madness comes to Caldwell

A swarm will descend upon Hornet Field on Thursday, August 9 near the midnight hour. The pride of Caldwell, the Fightin' Caldwell Hornet Football Team will take the field during the very early morning hours of August 10 for a full-pad workout and scrimmage.

The entire community is invited to attend in support of the new football season and athletic program. Caldwell High School athletes began training this week for football, volleyball and cross country and are eager to begin competition.

"We are ready to take this program to a level that it has not seen before," says Caldwell Athletic Director and Head Football Coach Kenneth Gilchrist.

The Caldwell Athletic Booster Club will be on hand with membership information during Midnight Madness. Drastically-reduced spirit wear will be on sale, just in time for back-to-school.

Make every effort to attend and witness the unveiling of a new era in Hornet Sports...you won't want to miss it!

Booster Club Meeting Monday, August 6

Please join us for the monthly meeting of the Caldwell Athletic Booster Club on Monday, August 6, at 6:30 p.m. in the Caldwell High School Commons. Come show your Hornet Pride by participating in events and committees--it's all about supporting our athletes at both Caldwell Middle School and Caldwell High School!

We are selling Booster Club memberships and sponsorships now. Contact a Board Member or volunteer for more information on packages and benefits.

Sting 'Em!

Volleyball Parent Meeting Friday, August 10

Attention parents of CHS volleyball players: There will be a volleyball parent meeting following the Bryan scrimmage on Friday, August 10, at the Caldwell High School gym around 5 or 5:30 pm. (Time is not definite since the meeting will be held upon the team's return from the scrimmage.)

Coach Jane Anne Giese will be providing information about the 2012 volleyball season. Other items to be discussed are concession stand sign-up times and orders for volleyball t-shirts. Extra shirts will not be available after the initial order is placed.

Please make every effort to attend.

Important: CHS Volleyball and Cross Country

REMINDER: Caldwell High School Volleyball practice starts at 8 a.m. Monday, August 6, in the high school gym. Cross Country may come at 8 a.m. Monday, but it officially begins Tuesday, August 7, at 7 a.m.

IMPORTANT! CHS Athletes need to have ALL paperwork, including physicals, turned in at this time.

Important Info for Football Players and Parents from Coach Gilchrist

Dear Hornet Football Player,
I hope you are having a restful summer and you are as exited to get this football season started as we are! We have averaged over 90 kids a day at our Stinger course and we hope that you are one of these kids taking advantage of this opportunity. If not we still have 2 weeks left of Stinger course July 16 th – July 26th. The course has two sessions (8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.). Stinger course is a great opportunity to get you ready for this upcoming season. We are ready to take this program to a level that it has not seen before and being involved in Stinger course is a great way to help us reach that level.

Here are some important upcoming dates for you and your parents:
Aug 3rd   Parent Meeting (High School Gym)  6:00 p.m.
Aug 6th    1st Practice – Grades (9-12)   7:00 a.m.
Aug 9th   Midnight Madness (Hornet Field) 11:00 p.m.
Aug 11th   Picture Day  (Hornet Field)  7:45 a.m.
Aug 17th   1st Scrimmage (@Lexington)  TBA
Aug  23rd    2nd Scrimmage (vs Trinity)   TBA
Aug 23rd  Meet the Hornet Night (Hornet Field) Immediately after the Trinity Scrimmage

Another reminder for all incoming 7th, 9th, and 11th graders, you must have a physical before the first day of practice. Parents please see to it that your son is ready to practice on the first day. If you need the forms, you can find them on the school website under the athletics tab or you may come up and get on them in the coaches' office.

We can’t wait to get this season started! Be ready to go when you report on August 6th, 7:00 a.m. sharp!
Thanks,
Coach Gilchrist
Go Hornets!!

2012 Caldwell Hornet Football Schedule

Hornet Football Season is quickly approaching! Mark your calendar with dates for upcoming scrimmages and games shown below. Bold indicates home games, * indicates district games.

Aug 17 - Lexington Scrimmage, 7 pm
Aug 23 - Trinity Scrimmage, 7 pm
Aug 31 - Bellville, 7:30 pm
Sept 7 - Hearne, 7:30 pm
Sept 14 - Waco Robinson, 7:30 pm
Sept 21 - Franklin, 7:30 pm
Sept 28 - Open
Oct 5 - *Giddings, 7:30 pm
Oct 12 - *CSHS, No Varsity
Oct 19 - *Taylor (Homecoming), 7:30 pm
Oct 26 - *Madisonville, 7:30 pm
Nov 2 - *Navasota, 7:30 pm
Nov 9 - *Rockdale, 7:30 pm

Season ticket holders may pick up their tickets at the Caldwell ISD Administration office beginning August 1. Any unclaimed tickets will be available to the public beginning August 28.

Athletic Booster Club memberships will be on sale soon, so make sure to support your home team with the purchase of a membership!

Booster Club prepares for upcoming school year

The Caldwell Athletic Booster Club held its first meeting of the 2012-13 school year and elected officers, including Allen Smith, President; Wes Kauder, Vice President; Janice Robertson, Secretary; Tracy Stone, Treasurer; and Bobretta Taylor, Reporter.

A Facebook page has recently been created for the Hornet faithful. Just search for "Caldwell Athletic Booster Club" and LIKE us for updates. Additionally, if you'd like to join the organization or volunteer for upcoming events, please contact an officer or representative.

Summer plans include a Hornet Spiritwear sale, football program ad sales and a membership drive. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 9 at 6:30 in the High School Commons. Come join us...we'd love to have you!