April 2, 2025- Yesterday, Intermediate South Principal Paul Gluck welcomed current and former students and staff, parents, central administration including Superintendent Michael Citta, Toms River Board of Education members and—of course—the Fischer family for a very special occasion: the official dedication of Bill Fischer Sr. Field.
A pillar of Seminole athletics since the school opened 20 years ago, Coach Fischer has dedicated multiple decades and countless hours to coaching baseball—even after retirement—and still volunteers his time to the school's volleyball team. As evident by the number of people in attendance, his commitment to helping others has had a profound impact on so many Seminole students past and present.
"Coach Fischer’s passion and commitment to his players and to Intermediate South makes us all proud to be Seminoles," said Principal Gluck, as the new backstop sign signifying Bill Fischer Sr. Field was revealed.
The ceremony included the school’s pep band playing “Take Me Out to the Ball Game� and the National Anthem. There was also a special flyover from the NJ State Trooper rescue helicopter (right).
Fischer spoke about his long career as a coach in Toms River, which began in 1980, and the affection he had and continues to have for his players and their families.
It was a beautiful day for baseball, and the perfect time to officially honor a true baseball man.