The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon

The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon

The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon

Running, Cesar Frias 20 passes the ball to a teammate. Frias was an aggressive player and had a good overall game offensively and defensively.

Varsity Boys’ Soccer Earns 4-1 Victory in Clash With Cedar Ridge

Jared Hyman, Photographer/Videographer February 13, 2020

The varsity boys' soccer team took on the Cedar Ridge Raiders on Feb. 11, a cold and rainy Tuesday night. Despite the cold, the offense, led by a hat trick from Nikola Djordjevic ‘21, turned up the heat...

Louis Niemerg 21, his host mother, and the team stand for a moment of silence to honor his brother who passed away the day before the game. During the game, Niemerg scored one goal and honored the life of his brother.

On Emotional Night, Varsity Boys’ Soccer Beats Leander 5-0

Jared Hyman, Photographer/Videographer February 6, 2020

On the cold and windy night of Tuesday, Feb. 4, the varsity boys’ soccer team caged the Leander Lions, shutting them out 5-0, in a game that honored and celebrated the life of Justus Niemerg, who...

With a Ranger trailing on his side, forward Niko Djordjevic 21 dribbles the ball upfield. Djordjevic advanced the ball and made a successful pass.

Varsity Boys’ Soccer Blitzes Vista Ridge in 3-0 Win

Jared Hyman, Photographer/Videographer January 20, 2020

After a tough loss to open district play against Hendrickson, the varsity boys’ soccer team looked to get back in the win column in their home opener against the Vista Ridge Rangers on Friday, Jan....

With a Hawk trailing behind, Niko Harris 20 focuses on passing to his teammate. Although the Hawks put high pressure in the midfield, the Warriors were able to transition the ball in attempts to set up a shot.

Varsity Boys’ Soccer Falls to Hendrickson 1-0 in District Opener

Nima Ashtari, Community & World News Editor January 15, 2020

After a successful 2019 season which saw the varsity boys’ soccer team crowned as co-district champions, the Warriors looked to take the field in 2020 and begin defending their title. On Tuesday,...

In an uproarious celebration, the varsity boys celebrate with the District Championship trophy.
Photo Courtesy of Xiaowei Wang.

Varsity Boys’ Soccer Crush Cedar Ridge 4-1, Claim Title of District Champions

Stephanie Shih, Managing Editor March 16, 2019

The varsity boys’ soccer team started off their spring break right on Senior Night with a triumph over Cedar Ridge on Friday, March 15, conquering the Raiders with a score of 4-1. With this win,...

Theo Givens 20 attempts to outrun Vandegrift defenders with Niko Djordjevic 21 trailing behind.

Varsity Boys’ Soccer Drops Road Contest vs. Vandegrift 5-2

Sourav Dhar, Sports Editor March 7, 2019

On the night of Tuesday, March 5, in cold conditions at Ed W. Monroe Memorial Stadium, the varsity boys’ soccer team went into their fixture against the Vandegrift Vipers hoping for a series sweep...

Niko Djordjevic 21 kicks the ball across the field with an opponent close behind.

Varsity Boys’ Soccer Dominates 3-1 Win vs. Stony Point

Nima Ashtari, Community & World News Editor February 9, 2019

On Friday, Feb. 8, the varsity boys’ soccer team looked to bounce back after a disappointing 3- 3 draw on Tuesday and to defend their home field against the visiting Stony Point Tigers. A frigid...

Azaan Moledina ‘19 celebrates with his teammates after scoring a goal.

Varsity Boys’ Soccer Trounces Mavs in 5-0 Shutout

Nima Ashtari, Community & World News Editor January 26, 2019

The varsity boys’ soccer team traveled to McNeil High School on Friday, Jan. 25 to face off against a longtime district rival. The Warriors proved their dominance on both sides of the ball and came away...

Anothy Bibbo 20 out-dribbles a Vista Ridge player.

Varsity Boys Soccer Bounces Back With 2-1 Win vs. Vista Ridge

Nima Ashtari, Community & World News Editor January 19, 2019

The varsity boys’ soccer team traveled to Vista Ridge High School on Friday, Jan. 18 for their second district matchup of the season. The Warriors were hungry for a win after losing to Hendrickson...

Avi Kacker 19 and Felipe Centeno 19 kick the ball across the field.

Varsity Boys’ Soccer Falls to Hendrickson 2-0

Audrey Lemen, Index Manager January 16, 2019

On Tuesday, Jan. 15, the varsity boys’ soccer team fought against the Hendrickson Hawks in hopes of earning their first district win, but the game ended with loss of 2-0. The Warriors worked hard...

Oliver Harris 18 heads Tigers ball.

Varsity Boys’ Soccer Falls to Tigers 3-1 in Second Round Playoffs

Christiano Araujo, Photographer April 5, 2018

On Tuesday, April 3, the varsity boys’ soccer team fought against the Spring Woods Tigers in the second round of playoffs, hoping to take home their first area championship win in nearly four years,...

Oliver Harris 18 reaches to kick the ball away from an opposing player.

Varsity Boys Advance to Round-2 Playoffs

Christiano Araujo, Photographer April 2, 2018

On the evening of Thursday, March 29, the varsity boys’ soccer team fought against the Anderson Trojans in the first round of playoffs, hoping to get their first bi-district playoff win in nearly...

Load More Stories

Comments (0)

Westwood Student Press intends for this comment area to foster welcoming, thought-provoking discussion. Comments are expected to adhere to our standards and to be respectful and constructive. As such, we do not permit the use of profanity, foul language, personal attacks, or the use of language that might be interpreted as libelous. Comments are reviewed and must be approved by a moderator to ensure that they meet these standards.
All Westwood Horizon Picks Reader Picks Sort: Newest