Crown Point's Connor Cavalcante vital as football season commences in Indiana
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 11:45 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Crown Point senior center Connor Cavalcante is anticipated to play a crucial role as high school football season kicks off in Indiana. Coach Craig Buzea praised Cavalcante's work ethic and leadership, highlighting his importance to the offensive line. Cavalcante, who has gained significant weight and improved his technique, describes the game as reliant on both mental and physical skill. His twin brother Carson has transferred to Andrean, but Connor is focused on leading the Bulldogs, who aim to extend their recent success after competing in the Class 6A state championship last season.
- •Connor Cavalcante enters his second season as a starter for Crown Point.
- •Cavalcante has gained 55 pounds since his sophomore year, improving his strength.
- •Crown Point seeks to build on four straight undefeated regular seasons.
- •Coach Buzea considers Cavalcante as integral to the offensive line's success.
- •Cavalcante's twin brother Carson has transferred to another school.
- 11:45 AMYahoo Sports — Crown Point is already counting on Connor Cavalcante ‘every single snap’ as football season begins in Indiana
"Crown Point senior center Connor Cavalcante is held in the highest regard by coach Craig Buzea. Cavalcante is in the pantheon of players whom Buzea has mentored at the position during his Indiana Football Hall of Fame career, including at Homewood-Flossmoor. “He’s an awesome kid,” Buzea said. “It’s good to see guys like that do well. I’ve been blessed to have centers like John Michael Schmitz, ...
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