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The West Wind

Senior Kaitlin Gould, posing for the camera excited and ready to sign to continue her academic and athletic career in college.

Kaitlin Goulds official signing day!

Amadis Levasa, Assistant Editor Nov 14, 2024

On Wednesday, November 13, as one door is soon to close, another door has opened for one of our student athletes, senior Kaitlin Gould. As she sets up for her big moment, she is anxious and nervous for...

1/10 Women’s Tennis Match Against Ashley

Ava Williams, Staff Writer Oct 8, 2024

On Tuesday, October 1st, the West Brunswick women’s Tennis team squared up against Ashley high school. As the warm evening began, a nice breeze kept the players comfortable and ready to begin. The...

Coach Handy coming to meet all the boys after their long battle. After the game he gathered all the boys and led them in prayer.

9/5 JV Football vs North Myrtle Beach high school

Amadis Levasa, Assistant Editor Sep 11, 2024

For their first away game, our JV team went to North Myrtle Beach High school. The feeling of being on someone else's turf brings goosebumps and chills, but also brings hope and confidence to the team....

Team lined up ready to play. They wait for the national anthem to start and begin. The adrenaline is high.

8/29 JV Football vs Whiteville

Amadis Levasa, Assistant Editor Sep 4, 2024

  The team touches turf for their first game of the season against Whiteville on Thursday, August 29. Some new to the game, some who have been in a high school game before. After months of...

The 5 C's are five crucial characteristics an athlete needs in order to not only perform well, but also to be coachable.

The 5 C’s in sports

Amadis Levasa, Assistant Editor Feb 20, 2024

Commitment, communication, concentration, control and confidence: these 5 C’s are crucial in shaping not just an athlete's physical abilities, but their mental toughness too. "Overall they're good...

A swimmer breaking through the water as they try to take the lead.

January 18th Swim Meet

Kelsey Swain, Staff Writer Jan 26, 2024

Friends and family walking into the Brunswick Community College indoor pool awaiting a fun and thrilling meet, chlorine was in the air and wet floor signs spread around. Many smiles and cheers filled around...

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...

digital protective gear image

Protective Gear in Sports

Avery Babson, Staff Writer Dec 12, 2023

Athletes all around the world are frequently getting injuries that may restrict them for the rest of their lives. Injuries can range from a simple sprain all the way to an untreatable brain injury. Protective...

The womens varsity volleyball team taking a moment in the center of the court before their game begins.

Does Competeing Against Bigger Schools Impact How We Play?

Jenna Williams, Staff Writer Nov 27, 2023

High school sports are a big deal, and when smaller 1A-2A schools compete against larger 3A-4A schools, the stakes can feel even higher. Competing against bigger schools can add extra pressure and stress...

A sneak peak into someones brain, who is struggling playing many sports.

Sharing Athletes in Sports

Grace Kitchen, Staff Writer Nov 21, 2023

Being a 3A school means sharing athletes. Athletes, who play multiple sports, are playing other athletes from 4A schools, who have more students at the school and can afford to have athletes specialize...

Graphic made by Staff Writer, Gracie Loft

One Season Two Sports

Gracie Loft, Staff Writer Nov 20, 2023

 Same season two sports: Most student-athletes pick a separate sport to keep them in shape when in the off-season of their main sport, but two sports in the same season definitely isn't common. Playing...

Should college athletes be paid?

Should college athletes be paid?

Brooklyn Coble, Creative Content Director Nov 3, 2023

One of the biggest revenue drivers for a university or college can be found in their athletic programs.  Ask a young person what their favorite school is, and it usually will be linked to their favorite...

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