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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

Reaching out, Shannon Gu 23 performs the teams 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 Somethings 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...

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 8, 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 2, 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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