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The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon
The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon
Mallory Milner

Mallory Milner, Reporter

Class of 2024

Hi! I am a senior and this is my third year as a reporter for Westwood Horizon. Outside of press I enjoy hanging out with my friends, reading, and spending time outside.

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At the Germania Amphitheatre, blue lights illuminate the stage where 21 Savage performed. Through his energetic rap style and electrifying stage presence, 21 Savage brought a lively and fun performance to Austin.

21 Savage Brings His ‘American Dream’ to Austin

Mallory Milner, Reporter
May 23, 2024
Faith Dietz '24 pulls a lane rope across the El Salido Pool in preparation for the pool's patrons. The lifeguards do many such tasks as a part of their daily duties.

“The Best Job You Can Have as a High-Schooler”: Students Lifeguard at El Salido Pool

Mallory Milner, Reporter
May 7, 2024
The Austin City Limits Music Festival, a key Austin tradition, occurs over two weekends every October. The festival hosts approximately 450,000 people each year.

Predictions for the Widely Anticipated 2024 ACL Lineup

Mallory Milner, Reporter
May 6, 2024
Kaleia Coughlin '26 dribbles the ball down the line, evading Mcneil defenders and finding an opportunity to cross it into the middle. Westwood was successful in utilizing the sideline to make plays.

Varsity Women’s Soccer Locks Down Vista Ridge in 2-0 Win

Mallory Milner, Reporter
January 31, 2024
Kaleia Coughlin '26 dribbles the ball down the line, using her speed to open up opportunities on Round Rock's half. These breakways allowed many offensive plays to be formed

Varsity Girls Soccer Falls 2-1 to Round Rock

Mallory Milner, Reporter
January 29, 2024
Posing for a photo, DECA seniors Brooke Xu, Valerie Zhang, and Hannah Lee relax after qualifying for the State competition. Westwood DECA beat personal records this year, having a total of 256 members advancing to compete at the next level.

DECA Breaks District Records

Mallory Milner, Reporter
January 18, 2024
Saltburn, directed by Emerald Fennel, premiered in theaters on Nov. 17, 2023. It follows the perspective of Oxford student Oliver Quick during his stay at his wealthy friend's estate.

‘Saltburn’ Brings Visually Rich Portrayal of Privilege and Hedonism to Screen

Mallory Milner, Reporter
January 17, 2024
Priscilla, directed by Sofia Coppola, was released on Oct. 27. It follows the story of Priscilla Presley and reveals the reality of her relationship with the beloved Elvis Presley.

‘Priscilla’ Sheds Light on Toxic Relationships and the Feminine Experience

Mallory Milner, Reporter
November 30, 2023
Olivia Hendricks '24 and Ava Moncada '25 block Cedar Ridge's spike. Blocks such as these earned the Warriors many points during this match.

Varsity Volleyball Triumphs 3-0 Over Cedar Ridge on Parent Night

Mallory Milner, Reporter
October 30, 2023
With a sense of urgency the Warriors huddle up before returning for the last few places of the first set. They won the set 25-23 thanks to their scheming and stellar game IQ.

Varsity Volleyball Defeat Vipers 3-1 on Future Warriors Night

Mallory Milner, Reporter
October 10, 2023
Smiling, Mallory Milner '24 rides Zilker Park's miniature train in 2013. Although a storm put the train out of service in 2019, the Austin Parks Foundation (APF) plans to complete its reconstruction this fall.

Beloved Zilker Miniature Train to Return

Mallory Milner, Reporter
October 4, 2023
Lana Del Rey performs "Pretty When You Cry" at the Germania Amphitheatre on Monday, Sep. 18.

Lana Del Rey Lets the Light In at Austin Concert

Mallory Milner, Reporter
October 4, 2023
Kenzie McElroy '24 and Grace McCluskey '25 both jumped to block the other team's spike. The Lady Warriors has a very up and down game defensibly unable to fully control Stony Point.

Varsity Volleyball Faces 3-1 Defeat Versus Stony Point

Mallory Milner, Reporter
October 2, 2023
The Lady Warriors huddle up to discuss their strategy going into the last few points of the fourth set. The Lady warriors needed a new strategy having dropped 2 out of the last 3 sets.

Varsity Volleyball Face Tough Loss 3-1 Versus Round Rock

Mallory Milner, Reporter
September 22, 2023
Charlotte Stidvent '24 spray paints Allison Petty '24 with the color assigned to her future PALS campus.

Off to a Flying Start: PALS Kick Off the School Year with a Colorful Surprise

Mallory Milner, Reporter
September 12, 2023
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
Huddling one last time before the game, the Lady Warriors prepare for their fight against Gateway. After a successful 2022 campaign the Warriors looked to keep their success going.

Varsity Volleyball Sweeps Gateway Gators 3-0 in Their First Home Preseason Game

Mallory Milner, Reporter
August 24, 2023
The coveted world cup trophy lost from the USWNT grasps when they were knocked out of a potential third title in the last three World Cups.

USWNT Knocked Out of the World Cup after Dramatic Penalty Kicks

Mallory Milner, Reporter
August 17, 2023
Omicron sublineages BA.4 and BA.5, new variants with the ability to overcome antibodies, threaten the possibility of another stage 5 wave of COVID-19. Graphic by Yunoo Kim

Omicron Variants BA.4 and BA.5 Threaten Another COVID-19 Surge

Mallory Milner, Reporter
May 13, 2022
The second part of Attack on Titan first premiered on Sunday, Jan. 10. Graphic by Hadley Norris.

‘Attack on Titan’: The Final Season Colossally Exceeds Fans’ Expectations

Mallory Milner, Reporter
April 27, 2022
TX Gov. Abbott recently issued a directive instructing the Department of Family and Protective Services to investigate parents of transgender children receiving gender-affirming medical care. Graphic by Hadley Norris

Westwood Students Voice Opinions on Gov. Abbott’s Transgender Youth Order

Mallory Milner, Reporter
April 6, 2022
Padt Skawratananond '23 traps the ball out of the air before playing it to a forward.

Varsity Women’s Soccer Team Conquers Stony Point 9-0

Mallory Milner, Reporter
February 17, 2022
Aisi Concannon '22 prepares to make a play in the midfield.

Varsity Girls Soccer Ties with Round Rock 0-0

Mallory Milner, Reporter
February 8, 2022
Many people in support of Britney Spears' protest outside the Stanley Mosk Courthouse in Los Angeles. Photo courtesy of Chris Pizello.

#FreeBritney: Justice for People Stuck in Abusive Conservatorships

Mallory Milner, Reporter
January 26, 2022
Team Captain Zach Engels '22 makes a layup on a fast break, leaving the Vipers behind.

Varsity Boys Basketball Strikes Down Vandegrift 65-38

Mallory Milner, Reporter
January 21, 2022
School communities battle over whether critical race theory should be taught in classrooms. Photo courtesy of Ted Eytan.

Critical Race Theory Should be Taught in School to Combat Systemic Racism

Mallory Milner, Reporter
December 10, 2021
Olivia Yang '23 attempts to pass to her teammates. As point guard, Yang plays a critical role in games. "Communication is a huge aspect of playing basketball as a team, and it’s especially important as point guard to make sure the whole team is on the right page so we can execute plays," Yang said.

Varsity Girls Basketball Triumphs Over Hays 41-33

Mallory Milner, Reporter
December 8, 2021
For Fans, Highly Anticipated Sci-Fi Classic 'Dune' Stands On Slippery Sand

For Fans, Highly Anticipated Sci-Fi Classic ‘Dune’ Stands On Slippery Sand

Amoli Agarwal and Mallory Milner
November 22, 2021
Dune, starring Zendaya and Timothée Chalamet, premiered in theatres Friday, Oct. 22. Image Courtesy of IMDb.

‘Dune’: A Classic Sci-Fi Story Brought to the Screen

Mallory Milner, Reporter
November 11, 2021
Numerous bowls of tumbled crystals line the window near the entry of The Crystal Works.

The Crystal Works: An Enchanting Austin Excursion

Mallory Milner, Reporter
October 13, 2021
Running onto the court, the entire volleyball team celebrates their victory over the Raiders. The team won all three sets.

Varsity Volleyball Sweeps Cedar Ridge During Western Night

Mallory Milner, Reporter
September 28, 2021
The 2021 Greece wildfires are no new occurrence. In July 2007, multiple wildfires broke out as a result of a heatwave caused by global warming. Photo courtesy by Lotus R.

The Greece Fires Should Remind Us to Take Action Against Climate Change

Mallory Milner, Reporter
September 21, 2021
Number eight, Erin Fagan 22', squats ready beside teammate Lola Fernandez 23', awaiting a serve. The two wore focused looks.

Varsity Volleyball Sweeps Stony Point During Future Warriors Night

Mallory Milner, Reporter
September 17, 2021
On Aug. 31, President Joe Biden withdrew US troops from Afghanistan. The country is currently under Taliban control, leading to many civilians fleeing the country. Photo courtesy of The Borgen Project.

President Joe Biden Withdraws Troops From Afghanistan

Mallory Milner, Reporter
September 13, 2021
Minutes before the game, the girls huddle up enthusiastically. Hands interlocked, our athletes showed the crowd unbreakable team spirit.

Varsity Volleyball Overcomes Westlake in a Five Set Thriller

Mallory Milner, Reporter
September 2, 2021
The continuation of this year's Austin City Limits festival is beyond risky, and it should be canceled or postponed. Photo courtesy of Charles Reagan Hackerman.

Going Ahead with ACL Festival is Ignorant and Irresponsible

Mallory Milner, Reporter
August 31, 2021
Becky Milner and Sheri Lindsey enjoy pink tacos and “Zana Ebria” cocktails at Taquero Mucho. Photo courtesy of Mallory Milner.

Taquero Mucho: A Deliciously Pink Experience

Mallory Milner , Reporter
March 2, 2021
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