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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...

With joy on their faces the Lady Warriors join together to laugh off a silly mistake. They all patted each other on the back and left the mistake behind them.

JV White Volleyball Shut Out McNeil on Homecoming

Isabelle Horonzy, Reporter October 18, 2023

On Friday, Oct. 13, the JV White volleyball team took on their district rival, the McNeil Mavericks; by bringing home another win in just 2 short sets. The Lady Warriors started off the game with intensity...

Leaning over, members of the student section high-five Cooper Case 24 and Josiah Kent 25 as they walk off the field after their victory. The game was the Warriors fifth win this season, coming off of a 26-21 loss to Vista Ridge last week.

Varsity Football Secures Victory Over McNeil 17-14 on Homecoming

Sawyer Grimaldi, Sports Editor October 14, 2023
With the sounds of a packed crowd of Westwood fans, and the relentless cries of the of the student section filling the air, both from the reveal of Homecoming Royalty, and the game, the Varsity football team played in a defensive onslaught that took all the way up until the last whistle of the game to be decided with Westwood breaking their homecoming losing streak 17-14.
Looking overhead, Zach Hobbs 24 prepares to shoot a goal. Hobbs had a stellar UIL season as he placed top five on the roster in goals and assists.

Boys Water Polo Subdues Austin High in First Post-District Playoff Game

Valerie Zhang, Reporter October 10, 2023

On Monday, Oct. 9th, the boys water polo team challenged Austin High in their bi-district playoff game, the first of their postseason. After winning the district title last week, the boys were confident...

Breaths in sync with his opponents, Julian Rusk 27 glides through his 100-yard-breastroke. The 100-yard breaststroke was one of the most heated competitions of the day.

Swim and Dive Vanquished by Vandegrift in MavWood Invitational

Valerie Zhang, Reporter October 10, 2023

On Thursday, Oct. 5, Swim and Dive competed and hosted the MavWood invitational at the Round Rock Natatorium. Typically this is a bigger meet, jam-packed with teams as close as McNeil to teams as far...

During the one minute timeout in the first half, the Warriors gather to talk and regroup. Even though the Warriors had been up for most of the half, they started to fall behind towards the end.

JV White Volleyball Swept by Vista Ridge 2-0

Mahek Sureka, Heritage Staff October 10, 2023

On Friday, Oct. 6, the JV White volleyball team played the Vista Ridge Rangers in a two set game, ultimately ending in a loss for the Warriors. The Warriors comfortably held the lead for the majority...

With a sense of urgency the Warriors huddle up before returning for the last few places of the first set. They won the set 25-23 thanks to their scheming and stellar game IQ.

Varsity Volleyball Defeat Vipers 3-1 on Future Warriors Night

Mallory Milner, Reporter October 10, 2023

On Tuesday, Oct. 3, the varsity volleyball team beat their rivals, the Vandegrift Vipers, 3-1 in a tense four set match that had the whole crowd on its toes. This was an especially exciting win considering...

Rising above the water, Zach Hobbs 24 defends a Midway player with the ball. Hobbs defensive prowess helped hold Midway to single digit points.

Boys Water Polo Take District Crown from Round Rock

Valerie Zhang, Reporter October 10, 2023

On Friday, Oct. 6th, the boys water polo team competed in their second district round robin. Throughout the course of the tournament three games against familiar opponents were played — Midway, Round...

Rising above the water, Christina Stassforth 24 aims the ball past her Midway opponent. Stassforth was a staple for the Warrior offense as she created many goal scoring opportunities.

District Title Slips from Women’s Water Polo during Second District Round Robin

Jessica Wang, Heritage Section Editor October 8, 2023

Going into their second district round robin, Westwood women’s water polo faced off against three different teams — Midway, Round Rock, and Cedar Ridge —- at the RRISD Natatorium on Friday, Oct.6....

Freshman DeLaney Selfridge, Gabriela Hernandez, and Alexa Hinojosa stand in position to block the ball from the opposing hitter. The Warrior defensive prowess led to a stellar 25-19 victory in the first set.

Freshman Volleyball Suffer 2-1 loss against Vandegrift

Mahek Sureka, Heritage Staff October 7, 2023

On Tuesday, Oct. 3, the Freshman volleyball team played against Vandegrift on the Warriors home court. After a hard fought game taking it to three sets, the Warriors lost the game 2-1.Even though the...

Nathalie Kiefer 26 stays focused while she sets the ball to allow her teammate to make another kill. Everyone on the court had a part to play in order to secure the win, and is why the Lady Warriors prioritized working on teamwork that week in practice.

JV White Volleyball Swept By Vandegrift 2-0

Isabelle Horonzy, Reporter October 4, 2023

On Tuesday, Oct. 3, the JV White volleyball team took on the Vandegrift Vipers on the Lady Warriors home court, losing in a 2-0 sweep. The Lady Warriors had a good start in the first set as they brought...

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