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Westwood Horizon

The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon

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On Monday, Jan. 29, the Court of Arbitration for Sport disqualified Kamila Valieva from international competition for four years. Removing her points from the Team Event during the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics has put the United States in first place and Japan in second place.

Russian Figure Skater Kamila Valieva’s Disqualification is Deserved

Valerie Zhang, Reporter February 16, 2024

In a tragic shift of events, Russian Olympic figure skater Kamila Valieva sobbed as she stepped off the rink after stumbling through the worst Free Skate performance of her career at the 2022 Beijing Winter...

Smiling wide, Maddy Serpas 24 and Francie Smith 24 pose for a photo before practice. The two Game Day Leaders have led the team through a successful year through their leadership and example.

Behind the Bow: Cheerleaders Maddy Serpas and Francie Smith Reflect on Leadership

Lilah Schlanger, Reporter February 14, 2024

Behind the ruffling of pom poms and enthusiastic smiles, two leaders coordinate and organize Westwood cheer. The job of game day leader is no small task for any cheer member, but Maddy Serpas ‘24 and...

Jack Cox ‘26 makes direct eye contact with an open teammate as he passes the ball. Throughout the game the varsity boys displayed a clear sense of trust in each other as their plays became more intricate.

Varsity Soccer Breaks Losing Streak With Tie to Vandegrift

Mina Stephens, Heritage Staff February 13, 2024

On Friday, Feb. 9, the varsity men’s soccer team played against the Vandegrift Vipers in their seventh district game of the year, ending the match with a score of 1-1. Last time the Warriors played the...

Over the past few years, awards shows such as the Oscars have seen a steady decline in viewership. As the film industry continues to evolve and move further into the streaming era, these award shows will need to evolve with the industry to maintain their relevance and prestige.

Award Shows Need to Change with the Times

Mayla Montgomery, Reporter February 9, 2024

The glitz and glamor of Hollywood have enthralled the American public since the beginning of show business. It’s well known--- there’s no business like show business. And one of the main hallmarks...

Posing for a picture, the national signing day signees smile with joy following the ceremony. Each athlete gave a short speech, and celebrated themselves, and the people around them.

Warrior Athletes Commit to Collegiate Sports on Signing Day

Sawyer Grimaldi, Sports Editor February 8, 2024

Nearing the end of the college recruiting season, Warrior senior athletes gathered with their families in front of a crowd of supporters to sign their college letters of intent, on Wednesday, Feb....

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...

With a center stage spotlight, Natalie Berkaw 25, Avery Parks 24, and Sabrina Kim 25 make their entrance atop a pink lunch table. The three played the characters of the Plastics - Gretchen, Regina, and Karen, who Cady befriends in the plays central storyline.

Get in Loser: Mean Girls Musical Delivers Pink-Powered Prowess

Sabrina Kim, Heritage Section Editor January 28, 2024

  Under the bright stage lights and watchful eyes of over five hundred audience members, the cast and crew of Westwood Theatre’s yearly musical took to the Raymond E. Hartfield Performing...

Rank week started on Monday, Jan. 22 and will end on Friday, Jan. 26. While for some, finding out their class rank is a source for motivation to improve in school, for others it can be a source of significant anxiety.

Rank Week Is A Huge Burden For Students

Jia Chun, Reporter January 26, 2024

Rank week started on Monday, Jan. 22 and will end on Friday, Jan. 26, when ranks are shredded and unknown, except to those in the top 10%. Along with class rank, the week brings either a pleasant surprise...

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