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Water Polo

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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.
With a flick of her wrist, Shraddha Chaudhari 25 tosses the ball past a Midway player, avoiding their grab for the ball.

Women’s Water Polo Breaks Even at First District Round Robin

Jessica Wang, Heritage Section Editor September 4, 2023

The Westwood women’s water polo team faced off against Midway and Round Rock in a tournament at the RRISD Natatorium on Friday, Sept. 1. Both teams are long-time district rivals, but ultimately, the...

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