Panther gridders fall victim to Indian Lake
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August 29, 2026
Fairbanks receiver Collin Bailey (4) is tackled after a gain against Indian Lake. Bailey tallied FHS’ lone touchdown during a 40-7 loss to the Lakers. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

Panther gridders fall victim to Indian Lake

By Tim Miller 

There may not have been any high school football team in the state of Ohio that had a tougher beginning to the season than Fairbanks.

Coming on the heels of a loss to 2025 Division VI state runner-up Colonel Crawford a week ago, the Panthers had to turn around on Friday and face Indian Lake, a Divisi...

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