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The Westwood SunDancers smile ear to ear next to their guest dance teacher. Throughout line camp they had many teachers to come in to teach master classes for styles from contemporary to hip-hop.

Summer Activities Prepare SunDancers for School Year

Mina Stephens, Heritage Sports Editor • September 5, 2024

Over the summer, the Westwood SunDancers participated in many activities to prepare them for the upcoming school year. SunDancer Summer Dance Camp (also referred to as Kiddie Camp), and Line Camp were...

Reaching out, Shannon Gu '23 performs the team's lyrical routine in their third costume change of the day. Gu went into the competition feeling confident about her team and all the extra preparation they put in during the week before.

Warrior Pride Impresses with Three Performances at the Central Austin Challenge Dance Competition

Amelia Spielman, Heritage Editor-In-Chief • February 14, 2023

In a flurry of sequined dresses and bold colored fabrics, over 1000 dancers, volunteers, and audience members attended the Central Austin Challenge dance competition on Saturday, Feb. 11. This annual...

SunDancer social board President Jessica Hao '22 gets lifted during Escapade. The team was sorted into split groups to perform in either a slow routine or fast routine.

Westwood Dance Dazzles Audiences At Escapade Spring Show

Oliver Barnfield and Scott Seamon • April 4, 2022

SunDancers and Warrior Pride, alongside the Westwood Dance Department, dazzled audiences at the annual Escapade spring show on Friday, April 1 and Saturday, April 2 with their stunning moves, expert...

Striking a pose, the SunDancers finish their award-winning jazz routine to 'Something's Gotta Hold on Me.' This routine is a fan and dancer favorite. "I really like performing the jazz dance because I can really show my personality in it," Zoe Bellomio '24 said.

SunDancers Claim Victory at Vista Ridge Dance Competition

Katie Hendler, Human Resources Director • March 4, 2022

On Saturday, Feb. 26, the SunDancers showcased their routines at the Annual Vista Ridge Dance Competition (VRDC). Competing with three team dances, three officer dances, two ensemble routines, and...

Three hours after the Warrior Pride call time at noon, Sophie Steinhauser '22 dances in their contemporary routine. At the award ceremony at the end of a long day, Warrior Pride was announced as the first place winners for their contemporary routine.

SunDancers and Warrior Pride Dazzle Audiences at Austin Classic Competition

Amelia Spielman, Heritage Editor-In-Chief • February 13, 2022

Back in 2020, the Westwood Dance Department partnered with MA Dance to host the first Austin Classic. This year, they hosted the event for the second time on Saturday, Feb. 12. Surrounding high schools...

Allyah Beaty '18 sprints past Hawks defender.

GALLERY: Varsity Girls’ Basketball Falls to Hendrickson 64-61

Nicole Dhar, Photographer • January 29, 2018

Chris Martinez '18 holds off an opposing player.

Varsity Football Falls Short to Vista Ridge Rangers 56-49

Presley Glotfelty, Women's Sports Editor • September 23, 2017

The Warriors fell short to the Vista Ridge Rangers, ending with a score of 56-49 on Friday, Sept. 22. The Rangers were celebrating their homecoming game, but this did not hinder the Warriors' will...

Cameron Thomas '18 runs the ball into the end zone for a touchdown.

Varsity Football Conquers Lehman 63-13 Second Year in a Row

Lindsey Thomas, Men's Sports Editor • September 1, 2017

For the Warriors’ season opener game against the Lehman Lobos, the Warriors’ conquer the Lobos 63-13. This continues the Warriors two year streak of defeating the Lobos. “It honestly felt...

Coach Anthony Wood talks to the players in the last timeout of the game.

Warriors Fall to McNeil Mavericks in Overtime 24-27

Lindsey Thomas and Callie High • October 7, 2016

Losing by a field goal in overtime, the Warriors (4-2) were defeated by the McNeil Mavericks (3-4) in their second district game 27-24. The Warriors went into this game with confidence and drive, but...

Aiden Asal Catches a pass in the air from quarterback Will Jennings '18.

Varsity Football Wins First District Home Game 35-34

Presley Glotfelty and Callie High • October 1, 2016

Winning by only one point, the Warriors defeated the Hendrickson Hawks (1-4) in their first district game 35-34, putting the team 4-1 in their season. The players went into the game feeling no pressure...

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