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Privacy vs. Protection
Privacy vs. Protection
Activity buses line up beside the football field.
Transportation Woes
Junior Kearstin Herring looking at all of the social media notifications on her cell phone.
County Wide Cell Phone Bans Change the Day-to-Day Lives of Students and Staff
Pitty Pride
Pitty Pride
Junior Nicholas Tantillo dressed up in his Santa suit.
12/13 Spirit Day – Dress Like Christmas Threw Up on You
Group photo of the West Wind shortly after finding their seats in the restaurant.
12/6 West Wind Christmas Dinner
Senior Leonel Rodriguez fought hard against his South opponent, shortly before cutting his head open pausing the match, then the trainer coming to clean him.
12/7 Caleb Hawkins Wrestling Invitational
"Show You How to Burlesque" performed by Alexis Alford, Lilly Madibo, Maddie Powers, Olivia Shuchart, Jazmine Roberts, Hannah Underwood, and Kelsey Swain.
Odel Williamson Dance Recital – 12/10/2024
Oh' Christmas Tree
Oh’ Christmas Tree
Chief Gause stands at attention Infront of the American flag with his West Brunswick hat on.
Passing Down The Torch
Shaping Future Nurses
Shaping Future Nurses
The feature image shown above includes the Morgan Message logo. It was inspired by her artwork and her love for teal. First hand accounts claim that at Morgan Rodgers memorial there were butterflies everywhere which explains the meaning behind the butterfly.
The Legacy of Morgan’s Message
Sophomore Ja'Kya Johnson driving past her defenders for a contested layup.
12/2 West vs Socastee Varsity Women’s Basketball
Senior Leonel Rodriguez fought hard against his South opponent, shortly before cutting his head open pausing the match, then the trainer coming to clean him.
12/7 Caleb Hawkins Wrestling Invitational
12/6 West vs trask Varsity girls Basketball
12/6 West vs trask Varsity girls Basketball
Plant The Flag!
Plant The Flag!
Juniors Lilly Madibo and Jazmine Roberts along with Freshman Olivia Shuchart and Senior JaNaih Davis sit watching a movie on the last day of classes before exams.
West Wind Opinions: What Kind of Classroom Environment Works Best for You?
The Heart on Your License
The Heart on Your License
Social media and teenagers
Social media and teenagers
A group of guests get ready for the hayride to pick up their pumpkins at Stump Hill Farms.
Hannah-ween: Top Five Things to do Locally for the Spooky Season
Senior Leonel Rodriguez fought hard against his South opponent, shortly before cutting his head open pausing the match, then the trainer coming to clean him.
12/7 Caleb Hawkins Wrestling Invitational
"Show You How to Burlesque" performed by Alexis Alford, Lilly Madibo, Maddie Powers, Olivia Shuchart, Jazmine Roberts, Hannah Underwood, and Kelsey Swain.
Odel Williamson Dance Recital – 12/10/2024
Members surround a table with food brought from fellow NHS students. They reach for different foods to put onto their plates.
NHS Christmas Party – 12/11/2024
Plant The Flag!
Plant The Flag!
Junior Nicholas Tantillo dressed up in his Santa suit.
12/13 Spirit Day – Dress Like Christmas Threw Up on You
Senior Leonel Rodriguez fought hard against his South opponent, shortly before cutting his head open pausing the match, then the trainer coming to clean him.
12/7 Caleb Hawkins Wrestling Invitational
Waccamaw festival sign lighting up outside to draw in attention.
Waccamaw School’s Fall Festival
Football player, Javonta Daniels, walking with his mom, two brothers, and uncle.
10/25 Fall Sports Senior Night
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The Varsity girls having a pep talk after finishing their warm up before starting the game.

11/22 Varsity Womens Basketball vs St Pauls

Amadis Levasa, Assistant Editor • Nov 26, 2024

The atmosphere was electric as spectators were beginning to fill the stands more. Each person excited to watch the girls play against St Paul. The sound of sneakers squeaking on the polished wooden floor...

Freshman Jamerien Gore and Hoggard mate beginning the game with jump ball.

12/15 JV West Trojans Vs Hoggard High

Aniston Mclamb, Staff writer • Dec 17, 2023

On December 15th the West Brunswick Trojans went up against the Vikings of Hoggard High School, with an unfortunate loss the Trojans showed sportsmanship and lots of hard teamwork, as the game started...

West calls a time-out to discuss the upcoming plays.

12/15 Varsity Men’s Basketball vs. Hoggard

Aiden McKinney, Broadcast Director • Dec 16, 2023

On the chilly night of Friday, December 15th the Varsity Boys basketball team went up against Hoggard for the last game before Christmas. The student section dressed up for the holidays and the gym was...

The Junior Varsity Trojans against the South Columbus Stallions.

11/28 JV Women’s basketball game

Gracie Loft, Staff Writer • Dec 7, 2023

On Tuesday, November 28th the Junior Varsity Trojans played in a tense game against the South Columbus Stallions. The Trojans held a high lead throughout the game, letting the Stallions score very little....

Brooklyn's top 5 women's basketball players

Brooklyn’s top 5 women’s basketball players

Brooklyn Coble, Assistant Editor • Nov 3, 2023

Everybody always hears a lot about Lebron James, Kevin Durant, Jason Tatum and other popular players in the NBA, but nobody ever talks about their favorite women’s basketball players.  Men’s basketball...

Senior Quincy Hankins dunking the ball to score two points for his team.

1/6 Men’s Varsity Basketball vs. North Brunswick

Reyde Jones, Graphics Director • Jan 10, 2023

On Friday, January 6th, the varsity men's basketball team played against the North Brunswick High School scorpions at home. Seniors Kevon Daniels and JJ Cobb tied for the top scorer, with 19 points scored...

After the night came to an end, members of the Dance, Cheer, and Basketball teams rushed to the middle of the court for a huddle.

Late Night at West 2022

Savana Moore, Staff Writer • Dec 6, 2022

On Friday, November 18th, the Men's and Women's varsity basketball teams hosted "Late Night" as a way to raise money and get fans excited for the start of Basketball season. Each member of the teams...

Senior Carson Pope dribbles the ball.

The West Brunswick Trojans vs. The CFA Hurricanes 12/1/22

Macie Coley, Broadcast Director • Dec 5, 2022

On Thursday, December 1st, the Trojan Basketball team faced the Cape Fear Academy Hurricanes at home. The Trojans fought hard against the Hurricanes, but unfortunately did not come out with the win. The...

Jeffrey Cobb dribbling.

Trojans Taking On Vikings

Emely Olmedo, Editor in Chief • Dec 2, 2021

Junior, JJ Cobb jumps for the basket.

Late Night at West

Macie Coley, Broadcast Director • Nov 30, 2021

  On Friday, November 19th, West Brunswick hosted the second annual "Late Night at West". This event kicked off the 2021 Trojans basketball season. The Trojans had the opportunity to showcase their...

Trojans play North Brunswick.

West Brunswick’s Biggest Rivalries by Team

Jennifer Argo, Staff Writer • Apr 22, 2021

Varsity player, JJ Cobb jumps up to make a basket.

Contact Sports Amidst a Pandemic

Lauren Nelson, Editor in Chief • Feb 11, 2021

The men’s basketball program has had to make vast adjustments to their daily operations on and off the court to keep practices safe. When athletes arrive, they have to go through several steps before...

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