Hayden Fischer ’25 approaches her role as Co-Captain of Girls Soccer with optimism and ambition. From an aspiring athlete at a young age to now a Co-Captain and one of the best players on the team, Fischer invests her all into the game while also ensuring to help those around her. Backed by her own dedication and a strong team, Fischer has her sights set on the playoffs and wholeheartedly believes in the team’s ability to achieve victory.
Fischer explained why she keeps returning to soccer, a sport that allows her to both connect with new people and take a mental break. She emphasized the importance of forging new friendships within the sport and how it positively affects her life off the field.
“I think it’s just the team culture and all the teams I’ve been on. I’ve met my best friends through soccer. You spend a lot of time with them both on and off the field. I love spending time with different people, especially at Andover. It’s a diverse group of players with different backgrounds and playing styles. It’s interesting to play with and get to know so many different types of people, both on and off the field,” Fischer said.
As a leader, Fischer tries to maintain a positive mindset at all times but also wants to make sure the team is working hard to do their very best. By maintaining a disciplined routine during practice and games, she is convinced that the team will succeed as a cohesive unit.
Fisher said, “I try to stay positive, but I’m also very ambitious. Our team has a lot of talent, so we have high expectations for everyone. I try to keep the motivation up while also being encouraging, making sure no one feels degraded. It’s important to keep the work ethic strong because we expect a lot from everyone.”
Lola Aguirre ’26 mentioned that Fischer is extremely fun to be around and gives good direction on the field while also fostering a tight-knit team culture off the field.
“She’s definitely really fun to be around, but she’s also an insanely hard worker. She gives a lot of direction on what we’re supposed to be doing while keeping it fun and enjoyable. She also helps a lot with team bonding,” said Aguirre.
Fischer spoke about how she has different personalities on and off the field. On the field, she acts more boldly and tenaciously, while off of it, she tends to be quieter and more of a listener. This balanced approach ensures that each player can contribute their best and embody themselves in different ways, both within the intense atmosphere of the game and in a more relaxed team camaraderie off the field.
Fisher, “On the field, I’m very aggressive and vocal. But off the field, I’m quite reserved and keep to myself. It’s nice because I can exert that energy on the field, and off the field, I take time for myself and channel that reserved side.”
Ashley Dimnaku ’28 noted that Fischer is not only committed to the sport and highly determined, but also sets a strong example for her teammates, playing with a unique flair that elevates her performance.
“I think Hayden’s extremely hardworking and sets a great example for her teammates. She’s also very creative with her passing, she doesn’t make the same pass twice, which makes her unpredictable, and that’s a good thing. She’s also very physical and aggressive, which helps her get the ball back,” Dimnaku said.
Fischer expressed her hope that the team will make the playoffs this year, assured that with hard work and strong execution on the field, they can achieve that goal. In her final year at Andover, Fischer is committed to making a lasting impact, not only through her own performance but also by contributing to the team’s overall success.
“We’re really hoping to make the playoffs this year. It’s a reasonable goal for this team. We have a lot of talent, and I’m confident we can do it. I feel like we’ve gotten a lot of our hardest games out of the way, so now we just need to execute, finish our chances, and keep up the work ethic for the rest of the season. I’m confident this team can do it, and it would be a great way to end my Senior season,” said Fischer.
