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Fighting to reach the ball, Center Forward Sam McLelland 27 pushes past Mustang defense. McLelland played a pivotal role in gaining back possession throughout the game.

JV Women’s Soccer Demolishes Manor Mustangs 6-0

Aarya Kale, Reporter February 8, 2024

With just a few seconds left on the clock, the JV women’s soccer team concluded their bout of aggressive offensive plays and a train of solid possession to secure their sixth goal of the night, beating...

Collaborating, the Westwood Girls 1st team assesses their results from their current hole. Each Westwood team consisted of three or four players, who provided each other with support and encouragement throughout the tournament. Playing with my teammates [was the highlight], Nancy Lu 27 said.

JV Golf Has Successful Outing in Westwood Tournament

Prima Changwatchai, Community & World News Editor February 8, 2024

The JV boys and JV girls golf teams competed against 21 other high school teams in a five-hour tournament at Balcones Country Club on Monday, Feb. 5. All Westwood teams scored highly, placing among...

Arching back, Namanh Truong 26 starts off the 200-Yard-Medley Relay. Westwood Girls clutched first place in this event.

Swim and Dive Emerges Victorious From District Meet

Valerie Zhang, Reporter February 7, 2024

On Thursday, Jan. 25, and Friday, Jan. 26, Swim and Dive competed in Districts at the Round Rock Natatorium. The boys garnered their fifth District Title while the girls achieved second place behind...

Multiple Westwood Girls block a Vista Ridge player. Westwoods defense slacked off the entire game, but at certain points it improved. Im proud of us for playing hard and keep[ing] going even when times get rough, Caroline Doughtery 25 said.

Varsity Girls Basketball Faces Blowout Loss on Faculty Night

Alessandra Ashford, Opinions Editor February 6, 2024

The girls varsity basketball team faced off against the Vista Ridge Rangers on Tuesday, Jan. 30, in one of their last home games of the regular season. Coming into the game last in district standings,...

With their hands up, Holly Vessa 26 and Hope Davis 25 play tight defence on an opposing player. Because The Raiders got the defensive rebound The Warriors had to work hard and played impressive defense to attempt to get the ball back.
Stopping the ball from getting down court quickly is super important so that we have time to set up our defense, Davis said.

JV White Basketball Loses to Vista Ridge 48-22

Isabelle Horonzy, Reporter February 1, 2024

Taking the court after only losing by two in their last match-up, the JV White volleyball team played an intense game against the Vista Ridge Raiders on Tuesday, Jan. 30. The Lady Warriors pushed hard...

Jorge Pena 24 scans the field for an open teammate during a throw-in. Throughout the match he was essential for many of Westwoods key plays, and helped lead the Warriors to their late game goal.

Varsity Boys Soccer Suffers Loss Against McNeil 3-1

Mina Stephens, Heritage Staff January 31, 2024

On Tuesday, Jan. 30, the varsity men’s soccer team played against the Mavericks at McNeil High School, ultimately losing 3-1. The matchup between the teams was highly anticipated as it was a rivalry...

Kaleia Coughlin 26 dribbles the ball down the line, evading Mcneil defenders and finding an opportunity to cross it into the middle. Westwood was successful in utilizing the sideline to make plays.

Varsity Women’s Soccer Locks Down Vista Ridge in 2-0 Win

Mallory Milner, Reporter January 31, 2024

On Friday, Jan. 26, varsity girls soccer faced off against the Vista Ridge Rangers at the Warrior Bowl, winning the match 2-0. Their important early-season win was achieved by maintaining possession...

The Varsity Boys Basketball team celebrates senior night on Friday, Jan. 26. The Warriors ended the night with a win over Cedar Ridge 57-48.

Varsity Basketball Shines Out on Senior Night in Win Over Cedar Ridge

Sawyer Grimaldi, Sports Editor January 31, 2024

Following the senior night festivities honoring the accomplishments of Westwood's most decorated players in their final years representing Westwood, the varsity basketball team stormed the court with...

Kaleia Coughlin 26 dribbles the ball down the line, using her speed to open up opportunities on Round Rocks half. These breakways allowed many offensive plays to be formed

Varsity Girls Soccer Falls 2-1 to Round Rock

Mallory Milner, Reporter January 29, 2024

On Friday, Jan. 19 the varsity girls' soccer team suffered a 2-1 defeat versus their district rivals, the Round Rock Dragons. Although the Lady Warriors started the match strong with a goal from Bailey...

As the run back to their positions on the field, Jaelynn Solis 27 and Henley Patak 27 share a celebratory clap. Soils and Patak played pivotal roles in the Warriors blowout win.

JV Women’s Soccer Secures Victory Over Vista Ridge 4-1

Aarya Kale, Reporter January 28, 2024

Just 50 seconds into the game, the JV women’s soccer team masterfully weaved their way to the opponent’s corner and secured their first goal of a victorious night, foreshadowing their eventual...

Lucas Casco 27 defends against a Cedar Ridge Raider. The Warriors were able to keep the Raiders out of their half for most of the game with good defense.

JV Orange Soccer Shuts Out Cedar Ridge 2-0

Mahek Sureka, Heritage Staff January 28, 2024

On Tuesday, Jan. 23, the JV Orange boys soccer team demolished the Cedar Ridge Raiders 2-0 with goals from Joshua Wu ‘26 and Santiago Pena ‘27. The Warriors continued to stay on offense the entire...

Ella Steinheider 26 and Lola Proano-Montana 26 take their seat on the bench after an eventful game. Steinheider finishes the game with 7 points and Proano-Montana with 8 points. The JV team works hard to not only drive hard to the basket but also help assist their teammates in shots.

JV Women’s Basketball Capture Important Win Against Round Rock 42-37

Isabelle Horonzy, Reporter January 26, 2024

Taking the court in a heated district rivalry game on Tuesday, Jan. 23, the JV women’s basketball team took on the Round Rock Dragons, going back and forth in a tight game. The final score of the...

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