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Westwood Horizon

The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon

The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon

Kinaa Graham 23 holds her state champion plaque after claiming the title.

Tennis Clutches State Champion Titles

Amy Simon, Sports Editor April 29, 2022

On Tuesday, April 26, and Wednesday, April 27, the tennis athletes competed for a state title. Kinaa Graham ’23 claimed the 6A Girls Doubles State Champion, and Aashish Dhanani ‘22 and Aadhi...

Kinaa Graham 23 attacks the tennis ball. Graham goes on to win first for girls singles. Photo courtesy of Coach Dalrymple.

Three Varsity Tennis Athletes Clench State Qualification

Amy Simon, Sports Editor April 18, 2022

With the sun and pressure on the backs of the athletes last week, the varsity tennis team took nine players to the region tournament on Tuesday, April 12 and Wednesday, April 13, with three qualifying...

Hoisting the newest championship trophy addition upwards, head coach Travis Dalrymple and the varsity team look upwards, celebrating their second state title win. Taking on Plano West High School, the Warriors would surge through the morning in a thrilling matchup, clinching a 10-3 victory. Watching the joy on the kids faces [when] they worked their tails off and to watch it all come together was amazing. I love this school and this program and I want the same for my players and students, Coach Dalrymple said. Photo courtesy of Antonia Antov.

Varsity Tennis Reclaims State Title 10-3 over Plano West to Conclude Momentous Fall Season

Catharine Li and Amoli Agarwal November 19, 2020

As Nic Pesoli ‘21 stepped up to the ball sailing towards him with cool determination, the varsity tennis team nervously watched in anticipation. Holding their breaths as Pesoli absorbed the pace...

Erupting in celebration after an aggressive volley shot, Aashish Dhanani 22 wins the point with partner Jessica Lu 21 in mixed doubles. Theyd go on to secure a commanding victory of 6-1, 6-3.

Varsity Tennis Delivers Again in 10-3 Victory Against Houston Memorial, Vaulting to State Finals

Catharine Li, Horizon Editor-in-Chief November 17, 2020

Under the fleeting clouds and blue skies of Texas A&M University, a final leaping stride across maroon tinted courts sent the varsity tennis team into a frenzy of celebration as they battled past...

Following through on a serve to his opponents, Daniel Antov 21 and his partner Nic Pesoli 21 look onwards, anticipating the balls trajectory. Antov and Pesoli prevailed with a 6-3, 6-0 win.

Varsity Tennis Topples Lake Travis 10-1 to Advance in State Playoff Run

Catharine Li and Amoli Agarwal November 9, 2020

The energy was infectious and permeated the air as the varsity tennis team took on the Lake Travis Cavaliers to win their regional quarterfinals match 10-1 on Tuesday, Nov. 3.  The Warriors blazed...

Leaping to poach the ball at the net, Nicolas Pesoli 21 extends with a backhand volley to put away the ball. This season marks the first year that Pesoli has played for a high school tennis program.

Varsity Tennis Stomps McNeil 10-0 in District Semi-Final

Catharine Li, Horizon Editor-in-Chief October 22, 2020

Hands clasped tight through fence holes, cheers erupted as the varsity tennis team watched as the final matches sealed a 10-0 overall victory over the McNeil Mavericks in the district semi-final on...

Eyeing the ball, Alek Mesarovic 24 split steps in preparation to frame a forehand volley return to his opponent. Playing singles in his first ever varsity match, Mesarovic battled his nerves to emerge triumphant with a score of 8-4. I wasnt playing [in] my usual style because I was so tense, Mesarovic said. My legs and arms were practically shaking. Once I got over my nervousness, I began to gradually play better and better further into the match.

Varsity Tennis Lands Commanding 11-2 Victory Over Round Rock in Fall Season Opener

Catharine Li, Horizon Editor-in-Chief September 17, 2020

Spirited racket clanks and face-masked smiles marked a momentous 11-2 win by the varsity tennis team over the Round Rock Dragons on Friday, Sept. 11. As athletics programs across the country reckon...

Anticipating a serve from his opponent, Daniel Antov readies himself to return a serve from the backhand side. He would go on to win his match 8-4. I played singles and had a challenging opponent, but I managed to pull through, Antov said.

Varsity Tennis Conquers Bowie 10-4

Catharine Li, Horizon Editor-in-Chief September 26, 2019

The varsity tennis team went up against the Bowie Bulldogs on Wednesday, Sept. 11, crushing their opposition to secure an impressive overall victory by a score of 10-4, as they remain undefeated in...

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