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Maddy Yendle

Maddy Yendle, Reporter

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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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, Reporter
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, Reporter
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, Reporter
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, Reporter
January 2, 2024
Following Texass ban on almost all abortions in 2022, 31-year-old Kate Cox filed an emergency lawsuit in an attempt to terminate her pregnancy. Coxs 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, Reporter
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, Reporter
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, Reporter
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, Reporter
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, Reporter
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, Reporter
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, Reporter
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, Reporter
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 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 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, Reporter
August 27, 2023
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What Taylor Swift Era are You?

Maddy Yendle, Reporter
July 17, 2023
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