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Breaking through the defensive line Demani Stewart 24 bowls over defenders picking up a huge chunk of yardage and taking the ball into Mustang territory. Stewart was featured on the big screen during a timeout for all his accomplishments and records he broke this season.

Varsity Football Inches Closer to Playoffs With Win Over Manor

Conall Coats and Sawyer Grimaldi October 30, 2023

On Thursday, Oct. 26 varsity football bested the Manor Mavericks 28-21 in a down to the wire, rushing record breaking shootout, ending in three defensive stands in the red zone to keep the Mavericks...

Ready to start the game the Warrior special teams unit lines up for the opening kickoff. The Warriors went into the day with a record 6-2 and determined to fight for a Freshman division playoff spot.

Freshman Football Dominates in Last Home Games

Lilah Schlanger, Reporter October 29, 2023

On Wednesday, Oct. 25, Freshman football stomped out the Manor Mustangs 21-8, shutting the Mustangs out in the first half. With Manor unable to close the gap throughout the remaining half Westwood...

Sophia Nikazam 27 gets ready to receive a ball. The Warriors worked a lot on staying in the right positions and not letting any tips drop which helped them keep the score close to the Raiders.

Freshman Volleyball Loses Final Game to Cedar Ridge 2-1

Mahek Sureka, Yearbooker October 26, 2023

Freshman Volleyball played their last home game of the season against Cedar Ridge on Tuesday, Oct. 24 and despite fighting through until the very end, they were defeated 2-1, ending the season on a...

Focused and ready, the Lady Warriors have a pep talk during a time out in the second set. The Warriors would go on to win the set and completed the sweep against their district foes.

JV Orange Volleyball Sweep Cedar Ridge in Final Game of Year

Maddy Yendle, Reporter October 26, 2023

On Tuesday, Oct. 24,  JV Orange volleyball knocked out the Cedar Ridge Raiders for a second time in their last game of the season. The Lady Warriors entered the match with confidence and  communication...

Emma Waghorne 27 leaps to spike a ball down. Fleur Bullot 27 set the ball up for Waghorne to hit. The rest of the team watches with anticipation waiting to see what will happen next.

JV White Volleyball Loses Last Game of Year to Manor

Isabelle Horonzy, Reporter October 26, 2023

On Tuesday, Oct. 24, JV White volleyball lost in an intense game against Manor High School losing the game through three sets 2-1. The Warriors walked onto the court feeling bittersweet about the game...

Ready to execute their playcall the Warrior offense lines up waiting for the signal from Owen Norrell 24. The Warrior offense lifted the Warriors to a blowout victory over Stony Point 49-20.

Westwood Warriors Hunt Stony Point Tigers 49-20

Conall Coats, Assistant Sports Editor October 24, 2023

On Friday Oct. 21 varsity football decimated the Stony Point Tigers 49-20 bringing the Warriors one step closer to a playoff berth sitting at 6-2 on the year. With a strong and fast start from the Warriors...

Looming over her Westlake opponent, Sarah Horsey 27 defends against an attempted pass. Her guard was up as she grappled for the ball.

Girls Water Polo Advances to Regionals With Win Over Johnson

Jessica Wang, Heritage Section Editor October 23, 2023

Women’s water polo faced off against Hays-Johnson at the Westlake Natatorium on Tuesday, Oct. 17. This would be the last area playoff game, determining who would advance to Regionals. With a landslide...

The Warriors stand at the net during a serve in an attempt to intimidate the Mustangs. The Warriors played hard making sure they didnt get behind or lose their lead.

Freshman Volleyball Demolishes Manor in 2-0 Sweep

Mahek Sureka, Yearbooker October 23, 2023

On Tuesday, Oct. 17, Freshman volleyball played the Manor Mustangs in a two set sweep , ending with the Warriors winning both sets by a considerable margin. The Warriors captured and held the lead...

Challenging his opponent, Ben Meijers 25 defends a player with the ball. Meijers has made significant contributions as a player this season and will have a vital role on the team next year.

Boys Water Polo Bested by Westlake in Final Game of Season

Valerie Zhang, Reporter October 20, 2023

On Tuesday, Oct. 17, Boys Water Polo competed against their long-time rivals the Westlake Chaparrals at the Westlake Aquatic Center. Earlier in the season, the Warriors had lost to Westlake by two...

Chloe Paddock 25 spikes the ball over the  the Mustangs and to a blind spot on the court scoring another point. The Lady Warriors then huddled and celebrated gaining one of their last points needed to win the set.

JV Orange Volleyball Continues Sweep Streak Against Manor

Maddy Yendle, Reporter October 18, 2023

On Tuesday, Oct. 17, JV Orange volleyball knocked out the Manor Mustangs 2-0 in a quick sweep, less than a week after their last sweep against McNeil.  The Warriors got up to a large lead to start...

Emma Waghorne 27 and Fleur Bullot 27 high five each other after another point was added to the Warriors lead. The Lady Warriors came together after every point and celebrated with one another.

JV Orange Volleyball Sweeps Manor in Offensive Showing

Isabelle Horonzy, Reporter October 18, 2023

On Tuesday, Oct. 17, the JV White volleyball team took on Manor High School in a quick match with the Lady Warriors bringing home another victory in just two sets. The Lady Warrior offense was commanded...

With pride and enthusiasm the Lady Warriors huddle up and celebrate their point versus McNeil. The Lady Warrior offense remained strong and finished off the Mavericks a few points later.

JV Orange Volleyball Triumph Over McNeil 2-0

Maddy Yendle, Reporter October 18, 2023

On Friday, Oct. 13, the JV Orange volleyball team knocked out the McNeil Mavericks with a 2-0 sweep. The Lady Warriors kept a strong lead throughout the whole game leading them to a sound win.  Although...

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