Completing the Course

December 9, 2010 • Esther Kim, Staff Writer  
Filed under Sports

   The Girls Varsity Golf team played their last match . From the two consecutive victories against Chadwick at the beginning of the season to the disappointing thunderstorm at the end, the season contained many memories for the team.    Jane Kim (12) expressed her experience, “[It] helped me to... Read more »

Pie vs Cake

December 9, 2010 • Hamzah Sami, Staff Writer  
Filed under Opinion/Editorial

   During the holiday season, there are plenty of desserts around to satisfy one’s sweet tooth. Most people nowadays have a choice in picking one item over another. Some resort to treats, such as frozen yogurt or cookies; others find it difficult to choose between pie and cake. Both are considered... Read more »

Salvation Army Angels Gives Students a Chance to Give to the Community

December 9, 2010 • Grant Torre, Staff Writer  
Filed under News

For two weeks, students have been able to “adopt” a Salvation Army Angel and provide a less fortunate child with presents for the holiday season. This has continuously inspired the student body to get in the giving spirit and help those around them. Both faculty and students have actively... Read more »

In-N-Out and Other Food Joints to Open on Hawthorne Boulevard

December 3, 2010 • Grant Torre, Staff Writer  
Filed under News

With a new Chipotle, a drive-thru Chick-fil-A and a famous burger joint coming closer, students will never go hungry. After school, many students like to satisfy their hunger at various nearby locations including Steve’s, 7-11 and Subway. In a few more months, several more popular choices will arrive... Read more »

WHS Band Spends Thanksgiving on the East Coast

December 3, 2010 • Grant Torre, Staff Writer  
Filed under Feature

As students enjoyed Thanksgiving break, the West High Entertainment Unit (WHEU), which is made up of band, tall flags and drill team, was busy touring the East Coast preparing to march in the Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade. Assistant Drum Major Nicole Mattson (11) enjoyed the parade despite that... Read more »

Girls Varsity Basketball Shows North What They Have to Offer

December 3, 2010 • Grant Torre, Staff Writer  
Filed under Sports

   On Tuesday, November 23rd the West High Warriors girls’ varsity basketball team played preseason against North High in the gym. Having eight returning Varsity members was definitely an advantage as they could use their experience to start off strong. With this being their first game against another... Read more »

Football Season Comes to a Close

December 3, 2010 • Hamzah Sami, Staff Writer  
Filed under Sports

Warriors share their thoughts and plans for the future. After a season in which several key players were injured and playoff hopes were crushed, the Varsity Football team received its final curtain call. The Warriors finished with a record of three wins and seven losses and had a Bay League conference... Read more »

Girls Varsity Basketball Goes Into the Season with High Hopes

December 3, 2010 • Grant Torre, Staff Writer  
Filed under Sports

   The girls’ varsity basketball team works hard everyday to prepare for the tough season ahead of them. From 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm, these determined players practice with the motivation of Coach Caporaso in order to do their best in the coming months. There is a completely new feeling this year as... Read more »