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Excitedly huddling together, after getting a kill the Warriors join together and high five each other. After every point, whether they win it or not, the Warriors join together to talk strategy for the next play.  The Warriors played Vista Ridge in their last home game of the 2024 season.

Varsity Volleyball Falls Behind Vista Ridge 3-1

Isabelle Horonzy, Reporter October 25, 2024

During the Warriors' last home game of the season on Tuesday, Oct. 23, they faced a fierce battle against the Vista Ridge Rangers. The game was close, with many long rallies, but ultimately, Vista came...

Collaborating, Grace McCluskey '26 and Piper Evans '27 both reach up to block a hit from the Round Rock Dragons. As middle blockers, McCluskey and Evans worked together for defense.

Varsity Volleyball Brings Home Loss to Round Rock

Vedanti Patil, Reporter October 21, 2024

Varsity Volleyball lost a shocking defeat against the Round Rock Dragons on Friday, Oct. 18, losing 3-0 at their own Homecoming game. The Dragons led the beginning first set 6-2 as the Warriors...

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

On Tuesday, Oct. 3, the varsity volleyball team beat their rivals, the Vandegrift Vipers, 3-1 in a tense four set match that had the whole crowd on its toes. This was an especially exciting win considering...

Calling out a play, Claire Lee '26 dribbles down the court. During the game, Lee regularly drove the ball down to the opponents side.

JV Girls Basketball Suffers Loss Against Georgetown

Sophia Sartor, Heritage Co-Chief November 16, 2022

On Tuesday, Nov. 15, the JV girls' basketball team played against Georgetown. The Warriors ended with a loss of 47-18, despite a solid push to recover in the third quarter. Quickly falling behind...

Leaning back to brace for impact, libero Tayla Score '25 receives a Manor serve. Consistent serve receive allowed Westwood to win back possession easily and keep a strong lead.

JV Orange Volleyball Shuts Down Manor Mustangs

Sabrina Kim, Heritage Co-Chief October 23, 2022

JV Orange volleyball coasted to a victory against the Manor Mustangs on Tuesday, Oct. 18. The first set closed at 25-10 and the second at 25-7, and throughout the whole game, the home team maintained a...

Blocking the ball from the defender, Ava Moncada '25 tips the ball over the net. Moncada was able to find the hole in the court, leading the Warriors to win a point.

JV Orange Volleyball Outplays McNeil in Two Sets

Amy Simon, Sports Editor September 22, 2022

The JV Orange Volleyball team competed against the McNeil Mavericks on Tuesday, Sept. 20. The team won both sets, shutting McNeil down from any chance of a win. The first set started with an aggressive...

After leaping up to meet the ball, setter Harper Zoll '25 extends her arms to launch a right side set. Jump sets require stronger technique and focus to execute properly, but Zoll uses them to increase her accuracy and reliability as a setter.

JV Orange Volleyball Reigns Supreme Against Leander Lions

Sabrina Kim, Heritage Co-Chief September 8, 2022

After a dramatic game, the JV Orange volleyball team conquered the Leander Lions in two sets on Tuesday, Sept. 6. After a confident first set, the Warriors’ lead faltered before they reclaimed momentum...

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