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September 18, 2020

Sports continue at FHS despite pandemic
 
Parents and fans sit socially distanced to watch the soccer match against Marion High School, and masks were required for entry to the game. “Most people are wearing masks but I’ve seen some people wearing masks to get into the game and then taking them off once they sit down,” junior Parker Lowell said. Fishers beat Marion at a home game on Sept. 3 10-0. FHS record as of Sept. 18 is 7-4-1.
 
Senior Mitch Rambo jogs off of the field after being subbed out. After coming off the field, players are expected to put on masks. “Wearing masks makes it more difficult to communicate with teammates on the field,” junior Parker Lowell said. “While you’re playing it’s harder to hear coach and the team say something because of the masks.” Fishers beat Marion at a home game on Sept. 3 10-0. FHS record as of Sept. 18 is 7-4-1.
 
FHS scored three goals within the first few minutes of the game, while holding Marion to zero. They continued this trend for the rest of the night. Fishers beat Marion at a home game on Sept. 3 10-0. FHS record as of Sept. 18 is 7-4-1.
 
Senior Ian Bowron watches from the bench as his teammate scores a goal. When not on the field, athletes must be spaced six feet apart on benches or chairs and they must be wearing a mask. Fishers beat Marion at a home game on Sept. 3 10-0. FHS record as of Sept. 18 is 7-4-1.
 
Social distancing cannot always be maintained, since the tennis courts do not have a lot of room in between. Spectators sit close together on chairs and bleachers. “Previous seasons during matches a lot more people have been present during play but this year significantly less people are allowed in the area so we can socially distance better.” junior Derek Morgan said. Fishers beat Avon at a home match 5-0 on Sept. 3. FHS record is 9-3 as of Sept. 18.
 
Sophomore Matthew Kordesh prepares to serve the ball at the beginning of the match. Fishers beat Avon at a home match 5-0 on Sept. 3. FHS record is 9-3 as of Sept. 18.
 
Players are expected to keep score themselves, which limits the amount of contact during matches. “Every person wins a super close match, and it feels amazing knowing that you were able to finish out the match well.” junior Derek Morgan said. Fishers beat Avon at a home match 5-0 on Sept. 3. FHS record is 9-3 as of Sept. 18.
 
Senior Luke Williams serves the ball during a doubles match. Fishers beat Avon at a home match 5-0 on Sept. 3. FHS record is 9-3 as of Sept. 18.
 
Sophomores Keaton Chop and Jack Butler touch rackets to an Avon opponent after winning their match. Instead of shaking hands after a match, players are expected to touch rackets to reduce contact between teams. Fishers beat Avon at a home match 5-0 on Sept. 3. FHS record is 9-3 as of Sept. 18.
 
Sophomores Owen Ciscell, Alex Gilbert, and junior Andrew Leonard stand at the fence watching their teammate play in a singles match. Fishers beat Avon at a home match 5-0 on Sept. 3. FHS record is 9-3 as of Sept. 18.
 
Guidelines are posted outside of most sporting events advocating for social distancing and mask wearing. They also advise against celebratory actions like handshakes and high fives to limit contact. Fishers beat Avon at a home match 5-0 on Sept. 3. FHS record is 9-3 as of Sept. 18.