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Bryan Li '28 blocks a pass by Cedar Ridge as his teammates and coach watch on, allowing for Westwood to get a crucial possession in the endgame. In the final quarter, Westwood's possessions dwindled and of the few they got, even fewer resulted in them scoring.

Freshman Orange Basketball Falters Against Cedar Ridge 53-47

Gabe Olivera January 24, 2025

In an extraordinarily close game, the dominating freshman orange basketball team faltered in the second half and let up, giving the Raiders the chance to fight back and win 58-47. “We were playing...

Running the ball down the court, Joseph Bibbo '27 looks for an open teammate to pass the ball to.

JV Boys Basketball Put Down the Raiders by Nearly Double

Tara Kurkal, Tiktok Account Manager January 23, 2025

Facing the Cedar Ridge Raiders, The JV Boys Basketball team played to victory, demolishing the Raiders 60-34 on Friday, Jan. 17.  Playing swiftly, the Warriors were up by 9 points by the end of...

Varsity Boys Basketball Continues Streak of Superiority Over Cedar Ridge

Arhaan Jafri, Reporter January 23, 2025

In an intensive match-up against Cedar Ridge, the varsity boys basketball team showcased their relentless defense and advanced teamwork skills, winning 70-29. From the tip-off Westwood took control, started...

Leaping into the air, Boys Basketball Captain Indy McBrearty '25 fights with a Maverick for control of the ball. The team's intense offensive play and impressive defense helped them secure a sweeping win.

GALLERY: Varsity Boys Basketball Dunks on McNeil

Bella Yi, Heritage Campus Life Editor January 20, 2025

Working together, Co-Captain Theresa Bell '26 and Bella D'Alessandro '25 close in on the ball. Team chemistry was an important aspect of the team's collaboration throughout the game. "We've really improved on talking with each other and trusting each other," D'Alessandro said. "I think that comes over time, with team building and just hanging out with each other."

Varsity Girls Basketball Defeated 57-33 by Vista Ridge Rangers

Alessandra Ashford and Prima Changwatchai January 13, 2025

In the Warriors’ return to the court after their Winter Break, the girls varsity basketball team lost to the Vista Ridge Ranger 57-33. Throughout the game, the Warriors repeatedly missed rebounds,...

In the first half of the game, Evelyn Bell '28 attempts to block a Hippo. The Warriors remained tied with the Hippo until the fourth quarter, when the Hippos surged ahead to win by a handful of points.

Varsity Girls Basketball Stomped Out by Hutto Hippos

Alessandra Ashford and Prima Changwatchai December 16, 2024

In an incredibly close game against the Hutto Hippos, the varsity women’s basketball team played their last home game of the semester. With both Principal Erin Campbell and the Future Warriors cheering...

Evelyn Bell '27 prepares to charge for the ball against the Hutto Hippos on Friday, Dec. 13. The Warriors went on to dominate the rest of the game, turning a two point deficit much larger.

JV Girls Basketball Emerges Victorious Over Hutto Hippos

Sydney Fuller, Reporter December 16, 2024

Going head to head against the Hutto Hippos on Friday, Dec. 13, the JV girls basketball picked up another win at home. As the game began, so did the point flow, as the Hippos and Warriors scored back and...

Going in for a dunk, Luke Carpenter ‘26 puts the team up another 2 points against Manor on Tuesday, Dec. 10. The Warriors held a lead of 47-10 at the halftime mark, with a massive lead constantly throughout the game. “We had watched Manor play so we knew what to expect so we just wanted to come out and play hard regardless of the result,” Coach Rigney said.

Varsity Basketball Stampedes Manor Mustangs, Winning by More than Double

Jordan Kubicek and Arhaan Jafri December 13, 2024

In an unstoppable match, the varsity boys basketball team destroyed the Manor Mustangs on Tuesday, Dec. 10. The student section stayed hype as the Warriors made basket after basket over the Mustang...

Guiding his team, Charlie King' 27 helps the offense get in formation. “I was directing the offense," and "Someone was having trouble getting into their position so I was trying to help them out so we could score a bucket.” King said.

JV Boys Basketball Secures Win Over Manor

London May, Reporter December 13, 2024

JV boys basketball faced off against the Manor Mustangs on Tuesday Dec. 11, Winning with a score of 78-57 after going toe to toe with the Mustangs’ offense. The Warriors defense shined through by...

Running toward the hoop, Miles Fustes '28 swerves his opponent. The Warriors kept up a good offense and defense throughout the game, allowing them to win 65-32.

Boys Freshman Orange Basketball Demolishes Manor by Double

Katie Ring and Valeria Tijerina December 13, 2024

The freshmen boys orange basketball team won 65-32 against the Manor Mustangs on Tuesday, Dec. 10. The game started out fast as the Warriors took the lead early in the first quarter and sped up during...

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