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Nathalie Kiefer 26 prepares to receive a pass to set her team up for another fantastic kill. The JV White Volleyball team became a lot closer throughout the season and strives to work as a team.

JV White Volleyball Suffers Defeat to Round Rock 2-0

Isabelle Horonzy, Reporter September 19, 2023

On Friday Sept. 15, the JV White volleyball team faced off against the Round Rock Dragons on the Lady Warriors home court. The Lady Warriors fought hard through both sets but ultimately ended up losing...

Taking a much-needed breath, Esha Ramanathan 27 reaches for another stroke. As per tradition, each new swimmer to the team swam the 500 yard freestyle at the Orange versus Black meet.

Swim and Dive Flies Through Orange and White Meet

Valerie Zhang, Reporter September 19, 2023

On Thursday, Sept. 14, the swim and dive team competed in their first meet of the year at the Round Rock Natatorium in an intrasquad meet.  To encourage some friendly competition, the Warriors were...

Hurrying up to the line Owen Norrell 24 prepares to snap the ball quick. The Warriors utilized hurry up offense all night to aid the run game and catch the Dragon defense off guard.

Varsity Football Loses to Round Rock in Battle of the Bell 24-21

Conall Coats, Assistant Sports Editor September 17, 2023
The varsity football team fails to take the bell back home for another year after some miscues from the Warriors handed the Dragons the win 24-21.
With a powerful windup Rachana Akkineni ‘26 gets ready to hit a forehand during her singles match. The Warriors came into the game on a 5 game win streak and looked to extend that to six games.

Varsity Tennis Emerges Victorious Against Round Rock Dragons 18-1

Sarah Jung, Reporter September 14, 2023

On Wednesday, Sept. 13, the varsity tennis team matched up against the Round Rock High School Dragons going head to head with their district rivals. The Warriors extended their winning streak to six games...

Successfully rising above the other teams defense, Zach Hobbs 24 prepares to shoot a goal.

Boys Water Polo Dominates in Round Rock Tournament

Valerie Zhang, Reporter September 13, 2023

On Friday Sept. 8th and Saturday, Sept. 9th, the Boys water polo team competed in the Round Rock Polo Festival Tournament. They played consecutive games against Hays, Alamo Heights, Westlake, and Austin...

Demani Steward 24 makes a move on the Bastrop defense, Eventually scoring three more times. Stewart proved he could carry the load for the Warriors breaking a school record with 277 yards on the ground.

Varsity Football Destroys Bastrop 59-7 to Improve to 3-0

Conall Coats, Assistant Sports Editor September 11, 2023
The varsity football team went into Bastrop and demolished the bears, and the record books, improving to 3-0 heading into district play.
The Lady Warriors huddle to discuss their strategy for the fourth set of the match. The Lady Warriors ended up winning the set to take the game in four sets.

Varsity Volleyball Best St.Stephen’s 3-1 in Second Home Game of the Season

Mallory Milner, Reporter September 11, 2023

On Tuesday, Sept. 5, the varsity volleyball team overcame St. Stephen’s Spartans in a tough four-set match. The game played out with the Lady Warriors taking the first set, losing the second in a tough...

Taking off swiftly, the varsity boys cross country team leaves the starting line ready for the 3-mile trek ahead. The Boys had a successful first and second meet and looked to continue with a third.

Cross Country Has Successful Early Season Meet at Pflugerville Invitational

Lucia Stein, Reporter September 10, 2023

On Friday, Sept. 8, the Westwood cross country team had another successful meet at the Pflugerville ISD Invitational. The varsity boys emerged triumphant, claiming first place overall in the 3-mile...

The Lady Warriors gather together during their 1 minute time out in the first set. Communication and teamwork were a big focus in practice to start the season. No [I dont have one favorite Volleyball memory] because all of them are my favorite Kariza Guerra 26 said.

JV Orange Volleyball Notches a Win Against St. Stephen’s

Maddy Yendle, Reporter September 7, 2023

The JV orange volleyball team matched up against St. Stephen’s High School on Tuesday Sept. 5 at the Warrior's home court. Although it was a quick game with the Lady Warriors sweeping the Spartans 2-0,...

Brian Lee 27 soars to return a high lob with a forehand. Lee won this rally for his team but lost the match with a score of 7-8.

JV Black Tennis Beats Lake Travis in Landslide 16-4 Victory

Gabriel Oliveira, Reporter September 7, 2023

JV Black beats Lake Travis in Landslide 16-4 Victory On Wednesday, Sept. 6 the JV black Tennis team showed out, beating Lake Travis comfortably 16-3. The Warriors considerably outpaced Cavaliers...

Lowering to the ground Harlow Hernandez 27 prepares to receive a ball flying over the net. The Lady Warriors worked extensively in practice to improve their offensive form.

JV White Volleyball Beats St. Stephen’s in Accidental Game

Isabelle Horonzy, Reporter September 7, 2023

On Tuesday Sept. 5 the JV white volleyball team completed a clean sweep of the St. Stephen’s Spartans in a game that was not actually supposed to happen. The JV team played the Freshman Spartans while...

Leaning forward, Jack Beneviste 25 defends against a pass from a Waco Midway player.

Water Polo Boys Crush Opponents in First District Round-Robin

Valerie Zhang, Reporter September 5, 2023
With a new season afoot the Boys water polo team looks to start the year off strong with wins over Midway and bitter rivals Round Rock.
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