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The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon
The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon
Maddy Yendle

Maddy Yendle, Marketing Director

Class of 2026

I have always had a passion for writing and poetry, which is one of the reasons that I am elated to be a part of Student Press this year. Other activities I love are art, rewatching Gilmore Girls, listening to music, and reading.

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Up to bat, Sye Stone '26 is prepared to swing as hard as she can in hopes to get the ball far to advance her team in the inning.

Varsity Softball Suffers 0-10 Loss up against Stony Point

Maddy Yendle and K’Lynn Murray
March 27, 2025
Preparing to bat next, Everleigh Bymark '28 watches her teamate up at the plate. The Lady Warriors made sure to cheer eachother on through the tougher innings.

Varsity Softball Falls to Vandegrift in Overtime Loss

Maddy Yendle, Marketing Director
March 7, 2025
Abby Thailing '26 catches strike ball thrown by Clare Guidry '27 when one of the Cedar Park Timberwolves was up to bat.

Varsity Softball Demolishes Cedar Park Timberwolves

February 13, 2025
Abby Thailing '26 catches strike ball thrown by Clare Guidry '27 when one of the Cedar Park Timberwolves was up to bat.

Varsity Softball Demolishes Cedar Park Timberwolves

Maddy Yendle, Marketing Director
February 13, 2025
Which XO Kitty Character are you?

Which XO Kitty Character are you?

Maddy Yendle, Marketing Director
January 30, 2025
Focused on the ball, Defender Kensington Kaynes '28 chases Hippo offense to regain possession. The Warriors brought renewed aggressiveness to the game in order to keep Hutto's score at a zero.

JV Women’s Soccer Continues Victory Streak Against Hutto 3-0

January 28, 2025
As a line starts to form, the anticipation of the audience starts to grow as well. With signs above their heads, this bold and vibrant text is their first taste of what is still to come.

‘Romeo and Juliet’ Showcases Beloved Play in New Light

Maddy Yendle, Marketing Director
December 5, 2024
While the Rangers are distracted, William Chuck '28 hands the ball over to his teammate for a run to gain yards. "[This game I really wanted to just] win the game and have fun,".

Freshman White Football Finishes Strong With 16-0 Win

Maddy Yendle, Marketing Director
November 13, 2024
On Oct. 3, Heartstopper debuted its third season, giving fans more of the great representation on mental health and LGBTQ+ realities in relationships that they have come to love.

‘Heartstopper’ Season Three Represents Young Adult’s Struggles with Mental Health

Maddy Yendle, Marketing Director
November 6, 2024
With Halloween just around the corner, there are distinct candy choices. Do you agree with our tier list? Let us know in the comments!

Halloween Candy Tier List

Maddy Yendle and Katie Ring
October 30, 2024
With all eyes on the ball, the Warriors get into their positions and prepare for the snap ready to continue the game. ALthough the Warriors were behind throughout the game they kept up their energy and fought every second they could.

Freshman Football Continues Losses in Game Against Round Rock

Maddy Yendle, Marketing Director
October 22, 2024
With the new season of Abbott Elementary out, read on to see the top seven characters' ranking!

Rating Abbott Elementary Characters

Maddy Yendle, Marketing Director
October 13, 2024

Administrative Assistant Ms. Nichole Warren Aspires to Bring Smiles to Students’ Faces

Maddy Yendle, Marketing Director
September 19, 2024
Studying the crime scene with a blue light, Maya Geist '26 checks the picnic blanket for any marks that could lead to the cracking of the mock crime. The mock crime scene assignment was an interactive way to introduce students to the realm of forensic science.

Searching For Clues: Forensics Investigate Mock Crime Scene

Lena Boas and Maddy Yendle
August 31, 2024
Celebrating the first episode of their new podcast, hosts Maddy and Izzy decorate cupcakes while talking about birthdays!

Childish Episode 1: Birthdays

Maddy Yendle and Isabelle Horonzy
April 21, 2024
Eyes on the prize Claire Lee '26 crashes to the basket to make a basket. Lee was a huge part of the Lady Warriors offense and scored multiple baskets throughout the game.

Varsity Basketball Suffers Heartbreaking Loss to McNeil

Maddy Yendle, Marketing Director
February 11, 2024
Rising for the rebound, the Warriors crowd the paint hoping for another chance at a score with a rebound. The Warriors were out-rebounded all night and allowed Stony point many second-chance points which contributed to the blow out.

Freshman Women’s Basketball Overcome by Stony Point 44-17

Maddy Yendle, Marketing Director
January 18, 2024
Commanding the floor, Olivia Ochoa ‘27 sets up her teammates and prepares for the last quarter the begin. The Lady Warriors faltered on defense in the final quarter of the game, giving up more points than any other quarter.

Freshman Women’s Basketball Outlast Late Surge by Copperas Cove 41-34

Maddy Yendle, Marketing Director
January 2, 2024
Wonka, released on Dec. 15, features actor Timothée Chalamet and follows Willy Wonka in his early days as a chocolatier.

‘Wonka’ Lives Up to Films in ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ Franchise

Maddy Yendle, Marketing Director
January 2, 2024
Following Texas's ban on almost all abortions in 2022, 31-year-old Kate Cox filed an emergency lawsuit in an attempt to terminate her pregnancy. Cox's situation revealed the extent of Texas abortion laws amid the public fight against abortion bans in the state.

Kate Cox Case Tests Texas Abortion Laws

Maddy Yendle, Marketing Director
December 27, 2023
Putting up a shot, Maya Alas '27 makes the free throw putting the Lady Warriors in the lead. The Warriors gained a large lead over the Mustangs with the end result having a 10 point score gap.

Freshman Basketball Demolishes Manor 37-17

Maddy Yendle, Marketing Director
December 7, 2023
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, Marketing Director
October 26, 2023
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, Marketing Director
October 18, 2023
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, Marketing Director
October 18, 2023
With focus and precision, Caroline Kiefer '26 serves up a storm in the second set. The Lady Warriors attempted to make a comeback after losing the first set, Kiefer in the right back position, led the Lady Warriors with serves.

JV Orange Volleyball Bitten by Vipers 2-0

Maddy Yendle, Marketing Director
October 4, 2023
On top of the ball, Avnee Upadhye ’27 prepares to serve. The Lady Warriors lost the first set yet ended up winning the game against Stony Point.

JV White Volleyball Emerges Victorious Against Stony Point 2-1

Maddy Yendle, Marketing Director
September 28, 2023
Posing, Mrs. Norris smiles for a photo. Beginning her second year as a testing coordinator, Mrs. Norris is excited for what awaits.

Mrs. Melinda Norris Welcomed as New Testing Coordinator

Maddy Yendle, Marketing Director
September 11, 2023
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 don't 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, Marketing Director
September 7, 2023
The Lady Warriors hudling up and rejoicing for their new win. The JV Orange Volleyball team went up against the Gateway Gators and came out victorious. "The best thing about Westwood Volleyball is seeing everyone come together , not only at games but on the bus, in school, and even practice" Trinity Osmer '26 said.

JV Orange Volleyball Takes a Chomp out of Gateway in 2-0 Sweep

Maddy Yendle, Marketing Director
August 27, 2023
What Taylor Swift Era are You?

What Taylor Swift Era are You?

Maddy Yendle, Marketing Director
July 17, 2023
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