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The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon
The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon
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GALLERY: Varsity Boys Basketball Dunks on McNeil
Bella Yi, Heritage Campus Life Editor • January 20, 2025
In a Pinch: Anatomy & Dissection Club Dissects Blue Crabs
Prima Changwatchai, Assistant Editor • January 19, 2025
JV Women’s Soccer Dominates for Win Against Cedar Ridge 4-0
Aarya Kale, News Editor • January 19, 2025
Varsity Girls Soccer Bests Cedar Ridge
Isabelle Horonzy, Reporter • January 19, 2025
DECA Leads Way at District Conference 
Shivani Kondubhatla, Horizon Editor-in-Chief • January 15, 2025
FRONT PAGE
The Austin Bergstrom International Airport has seen explosive growth in recent years, a development that many community members have used to draw parallels with the diverse changes taking over the city as a whole. From using it as a cornerstone in advocating for infrastructure changes to analyzing the potential root causes of such growth, the airport has prompted widespread discussion surrounding the future of Austin.
Heightening Growth of Austin Airport Reflects Parallel City Development
Charlie Hui, Reporter • January 14, 2025

Austin. The capital of Texas, live music, and new innovation. The city nicknamed “Silicon Hill” has been rising in population, with individuals across the country traveling to the city. Austin Bergstrom...

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PHOTO OF THE WEEK
NEWS
With a scalpel, Elizabath Hubbard '28 prepares to make an incision. Seeing the crab's internal structures required the removal of its hard shell, presenting a challenge for many club members.
In a Pinch: Anatomy & Dissection Club Dissects Blue Crabs
Prima Changwatchai, Assistant Editor • January 19, 2025
Engaging in the conference's meet and greet with district officer candidates, Arnav Maskey '26 eagerly explains his aims for the upcoming year if elected. At the end of the conference, Maskey was voted the new vice president for the district.
DECA Leads Way at District Conference 
Shivani Kondubhatla, Horizon Editor-in-Chief • January 15, 2025
SPORTS
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.
Pushing against Raider offense, Defender Erin Lott '28 protects the ball, allowing Forward Misha Baxamoosa '28 to regain possession for the Warriors. Both Warrior offense and defense worked seamlessly together to score four goals and keep the Raider score to a zero.
Applying pressure to get the ball back, Mia Wiele '26 attempts to get the ball back after Westwood turns it over. Westwood holds possession of the ball during most of the game against Cedar Ridge.
Co-Captain Caroline Doughtery '25 holds on to the ball. The Warriors fought back against McNeil's defense, maintaining their communication throughout the game. "This [win] feels really good," Head Coach Kelli Payton said. "It was big for us because we're still in the playoff hunt, and so getting another win just puts us in a good position to hopefully extend our season."
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
The Golden Globes celebrated the best in film and television with a star-studded evening of glamour and talent. Winners delivered heartfelt speeches, while dazzling stunning red carpet looks dazzled fans worldwide. The event once again showcased the magic of storytelling, and the power of the entertainment industry.
Golden Globes: Night of Triumphs, Controversies, and Unforgettable Moments
Charly Obermiller, Reporter • January 10, 2025
Although advertised as a Christmas movie, Hallmark fans are left missing the Christmas cheer in 'Holiday Touchdown'.
‘Holiday Touchdown’ or Holiday Fumble?
Rayghen Peak, Reporter • December 29, 2024
Here are the Horizon editors' favorite albums of the year.
The Horizon’s Favorite Albums of 2024
Prima Changwatchai, Shivani Kondubhatla, Aarya Kale, Alessandra Ashford, and Mayla Montgomery • December 23, 2024
Kendrick Lamar's album, "GNX," released on November 22. The album has been lauded by critics for it's powerful sonics and complex lyrics.
Kendrick Lamar’s ‘GNX’ Embodies Confidence and Courage
Nikhil Gupta, Reporter • December 18, 2024
Posing for their senior photo, the Westwood Band members come together for their final holiday concert. The holiday concert was put together in three weeks after a quick turnaround from marching season.
Band Shares Festive Spirit at Annual Holiday Concert
Jacob Chow, Heritage Staff • December 16, 2024
OPINIONS
On Dec 16, a 15 year old girl killed two people and injured six more in a shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin. But despite the prevalence of school shootings, America has a serious lack of gun control that needs to be addressed.
Gun Control Shouldn’t Be Polarizing
Bella Yi, Heritage Campus Life Editor • January 14, 2025
Piece de Resistance: Man VS Bear Part 1 (PODCAST)
Mayla Montgomery and Alessandra Ashford • January 9, 2025
20v1 and The Oversexualization of Black Women
London May, Reporter • December 11, 2024
The Hard Truth of Abortion Bans
Charly Obermiller, Reporter • November 25, 2024
Evaluating The 2024 Presidential Nominees
Jordan Kubicek and Charlie Hui • November 4, 2024
Piece de Resistance: The Model Minority Myth (PODCAST)
Bella Yi and Avi Rajesh • October 28, 2024
EXTRAS
Can you tell the difference between Taylor Swift lyrics and Shakespeare lines? Take this quiz to find out!
Is it a Taylor Swift Lyric or a Shakespeare Line?
Mina Stephens, Heritage Sports Editor • January 13, 2025
Bickercast: Jeans, Jolly, and Jail (PODCAST)
Gabriel Oliveira and Valeria Tijerina • January 9, 2025
Which One Direction Member Are You?
K’Lynn Murray • January 7, 2025
What Moana Character are you?
K'Lynn Murray, Reporter • December 19, 2024
Destress and Unwind During Finals Week With These Tips
Charly Obermiller, Reporter • December 18, 2024
What Disney Princess are You?
Mina Stephens, Heritage Sports Editor • December 10, 2024