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Aquatics

Nam Anh Truong '26 launches into her backstroke race with determination, her body arching gracefully as she enters the water during the historic meet. "The energy was really exciting," Truong said. "I was really proud of us because, [even though] we have won in previous years, the competition was harder this year so our victory was surprising in a nice way."

Swim & Dive Team Breaks Records at Aggieland Swim Meet

Hana Le, Reporter November 15, 2024

The Warriors made history at Aggieland Invitation on Saturday, Nov. 9, dominating the competition at the Texas A&M Natatorium in College Station. The team’s day began at five in the morning and...

After shaking off early fatigue, Phoenix Mielcarek '25 prepares to dive in for the victorious 200-yard freestyle relay. "I’m racing pretty well today," Mielcarek said. "I just swam my most fun event which was the 200 [yard] freestyle relay, we won that so I feel super proud and that was really cool."

Chasing the Podium: Swim and Dive Takes Second at Round Rock Invite

Hana Le, Reporter October 31, 2024

The Swim and Dive team showcased their competitive spirit at the Round Rock Invite Meet on Saturday, Oct. 26, at the RRISD Aquatic Center. The Warriors faced tough competition from various schools...

Jett Henson '28 powers through his backstroke event, refusing to let a goggle malfunction slow him down. With one eye squinting against the water and sheer determination on his face, Henson pushes towards the finish line.

Swim and Dive Races to Victory in MavWood Invitational

Hana Le, Reporter October 6, 2024

The boys’ and girls' Swim and Dive team both competed and took the podium in the MavWood Invitational at the Round Rock Natatorium on Thursday, Oct. 3. The meet, known for its diverse participation,...

In a thrilling display of endurance, Alice Zhang '28 goes stroke for stroke with her McNeil competitor  in the 500 yard freestyle. The two swimmers, mere inches apart, push through as they near the finish line. "“It was so challenging physically and mentally,” Zhang said. “You have to do all the strokes and it’s very tiring but you just have to push through for your teammates.”

Swim and Dive Floods Scoreboard at RRISD Fall District Opener

Hana Le, Reporter September 25, 2024

The Swim and Dive team measured their performance against their other district rivals on Friday, Sept. 20 in the RRISD Aquatic Center. The competition was fierce as the Warriors faced off Vandergrift,...

Jazzlyn Vaughan '26 launches majestically into the air in the diving event. Her graceful form and precise control demonstrates years of practice, as she momentarily defies gravity before elegantly piercing the water's surface.

Swim and Dive Makes Waves Kicking off the Season

Hana Le, Reporter September 17, 2024

The Westwood Swim and Dive Team made a splash at their season-opening meet on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at the RRISD Aquatic Center.  Divided into Orange and Black teams, the Warriors dove into a fast-paced...

Preparing for their final game of the RRHS tournament on Saturday, Aug. 24, Cole Osborn '25, Ben Meijers '25, and Henry Grundman '25 stretch their legs and listen to their coach's final remarks on their gameplan. "We keep getting better and better." Coach Matthew McBrearty said, "every goal that was scored on us this tournament was just a misstep, when we are consistent it's pretty impossible to score on us." The warriors ended the tournament 3-0-1 after tying their final game agianst Taft

Water Polo Goes Undefeated in RRHS Tournament

Conall Coats, Sports Editor August 27, 2024

Westwood Water Polo blazed through the RRHS tournament ending it with a 3-0-1 record, with their only tie ending in a split call and a last-second penalty on the Warriors. This tournament took the Warrior...

Tucking her head tightly against her knees, Jazzlyn Vaughan '26 performs her routine dive. As a sophmore, Vaughan is Coach McBrearty's first State Qualifier in Diving and is looking forward to expanding her success in the next two years. “It’s kinda crazy,” Vaughan said. “I’m just in shock and it just makes me so excited and proud of myself.”

Swim and Dive Ends Season at State UIL Meet

Valerie Zhang, Reporter March 4, 2024

Held at the Lee and Joe Jamail Texas Swimming Center on Friday, Feb. 23 through Saturday, Feb. 24 as Swim and Dive concluded their 2024 season at the 6A UIL state swim meet. They closed off another...

Tightening the gap between his opponents, Max Laine '27 lands in fourth place with a time of 56.95. From this swim, he became the fourth freshman in Westwood Swim and Dive history to qualify for State.

Swim and Dive Makes a Splash at Regional Championships

Valerie Zhang, Reporter February 15, 2024

Leading into the next round of Championship Season, Swim and Dive competed in the Regionals Meet in San Antonio from Thursday, Feb. 8, to Saturday, Feb. 10. The boys' team scored a total of 217.5 points...

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...

Keeping her head low, Leah Zhang '26 completes the first 50 of the 100-Breastroke. Zhang specializes in mid-distance events such as the 100-Yard-Breastroke and the 200-Yard-Medley.

Swim and Dive Breaks Out Ahead Of Competition at TISCA Meet

Valerie Zhang, Reporter November 30, 2023

On Saturday, Nov. 18, Swim and Dive traveled to Dallas to compete in the Texas Interscholastic Swimming Coaches Association (TISCA) meet at the Mansfield Natatorium. This was one of the most successful...

Flying off the blocks, NamAnh Truong '25 launches into her 100-Yard-Freestyle. Over the course of the meet, she received three 1st places, and one 2nd place.

Swim and Dive Blows Aggieland Competition Out of Water

Valerie Zhang, Reporter November 15, 2023

On Friday, Nov. 10, Swim and Dive competed at the Aggieland Invitational at the Texas A&M Natatorium in College Station. Swimmers left school at 6:30 and drove two hours to College Station, finished...

Taking a quick breath, Jaden Steen '24 races to the wall. As the last leg of the 200-yard-medley relay, she played an intricate role in gaining points for the girls during the Round Rock Opener.

Living out a Dream: Swim and Dive Captain Jaden Steen Reflects on Career

Valerie Zhang, Reporter November 7, 2023

From carrying on traditions such as big sister-little sister activities to securing first place as part of the 200-yard-medley relay, Swim and Dive Captain Jaden Steen ‘24 has been a vital member...

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