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The Republican Page A-9 Washington Twp. Parks To Host Unique Sporting Event
Pitcher Jackson Parent will continue his baseball career for Oakland City University in Oakland City, Indiana. In 2019 Parent, a two-time letter winner, had a 3.00 ERA in 11.2 varsity innings for Brownsburg. ______________________________________________________________________
The Washington Township Parks biathlon event will take place at the lower park, surrounding the pond and pavilion. ___________________________________________________________________________________________
By: Melissa Gibson
2020 IHSAA Tennis Individual State Runner-up Petar Petrovic signed to play for Ball State University. Petrovic was a four-time All-State selection and four-time IHSAA Sectional champion. Last fall, he was the first Brownsburg individual to advance to the IHSAA State Finals match. ______________________________________________________________________
Ever dream about being an Olympic athlete? Washington Township Parks will give would-be Olympians a taste of what it would feel like to compete in a biathlon. Biathlons date back to the 18th century in Scandinavia. Quickly gaining popularity with an annual Norwegian competition and the first appearance at Winter Olympics in 1924, the long-running competitive sport eventually created a women’s event in the 1992 Olympics and additional events were added for men and women in the 2002 Salt Lake City Olympics. What is a Biathlon? Biathlon competions are typically ran in downhill or cross-country skiing, with range shooting intermittently. Not only do competitors have to be excellent on a pair of skis, traveling approximately 12 miles for men and 10 miles for women, they also have to be excellent marksmen, carrying 20 rounds of ammunition for four firing sessions.
Rifle shooting will be done with paintball guns in version of biathlon. this Shooting isadone prone (laying down)
Baseball letter-winner Gavin Pierson signed with Wabash College Crawfordsville, Indiana. ______________________________________________________________________
and standing. Any missed shots get a penalty and could cost you the medal. If the competitive side of you is itching to get involved or learn more, Washington Township’s Avon Park is offering their first-ever Indiana version of the Biathlon. Competitors will meet at the lower park near the pavilion, run, jog or walk a half mile before stopping for some paintball target practice. Total running is 2.5 miles with four shooting range stops. You must hit all your targets, twice prone and twice standing before continuing to the next half- mile loop. It may be more difficult than you think. Recreation Coordinator Trilby Berry-Tayman has had the idea for a biathlon
in the back of her mind for several years. A fun idea, but how to make it suitable for families and of course, not on skis? “I just think it’s the coolest thing,” Berry-Tayman Berry-Tayman said. “These guys run and then have to slow their heartbeats down in order to shoot the target.” Eventually, it came to her – a combination of running and paintball target practice makes the event fun and a challenge for all involved. “The whole idea is [during the pandemic], people are motivated to do something and try something new,” she added. “It’s just for fun and the sport just fascinates me.” The cost is $10 to participate. Minimum age is 14 and there will be three people competing at a time, with a semi-final and final round. Register on the park website. The team at the Washington Township Parks and Recreation Department have been actively brainstorming ideas to get residents outside, in the fresh air and safe while they do it. “Especially through this winter season, we’re making a concentrated effort to help our community and help each other have hope,” Berry-Tayman said. “We can see the light at the end of the tunnel and we need to continue to be safe.” Through the end of February, try your hand at curling. Another take on a unique sport – the Avon version is on a synthetic ice rink with a stone and bearings on the bottom. Hit the circle and gain points. Parking Lot Bingo is 4 to 6 p.m. March 13. Stay in your car and play Bingo the old-fashioned way to win prizes. There will also be a drive-in movie towards the end of April. ______ Visit http://www.washingtontwpparks. org/ for updated information on these events and details about upcoming events.
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Jalen Wilson also signed to play football for the University of Indianapolis. The MLB recorded 125 total tackles during his 20-game varsity career at Brownsburg. Wilson was three-year letter winner for Brownsburg football and also a three-year letter winner for Brownsburg lacrosse. ______________________________________________________________________
Hendricks County libraries are partnering with the Hendricks County Health Department to assist with scheduling and registering eligible people for the COVID-19 vaccine. Currently, individuals 65 and older are eligible to sign up and register for the vaccine at any location in the state of Indiana. In order to sign up for the vaccine, individuals may go online to www.ourshot.in.gov or call 211 for assistance. Both the website and 211 have been experiencing high traffic and wait times can be lengthy, which is where Hendricks County libraries come in to assist. Anyone who needs assistance with scheduling and registering for their COVID-19 vaccine can contact any of the following Hendricks County libraries for assistance: ▪ Avon: In Person Only ▪ Brownsburg: 317-852-3167 ▪ Clayton: 37-539-2991 ▪ Coatesville: 765-386-2355 ▪ Danville: 317-745-2604 ▪ Plainfield: 317-839-6602 ______________________________________________
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ty Health Department (HCHD) has set up a dedicated phone number to handle the public’s COVID-19 related questions and concerns in Hendricks County. The COVID-19 Concerns Line, 317-718-6018, is regularly checked by health department staff. Please dial this number to report mask violations, to ask questions concerning COVID-19, or to share any concerns related to schools or the pandemic in general. County. Staff will regularly listen and respond to these calls throughout the day. If you would like a call back after leaving a message, please leave a name and contact information. Due to the volume of calls and other public health responsibilities of our department, please leave one voicemail regarding your concern. __________ Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it. William Arthur Ward
