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WA Ghostwriter

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WA Ghostwriter

The student news site of Westford Academy

WA Ghostwriter

Smith and Brooke Nielsen crouch in the ready position, prepared to start their offensive play.

Flag football crushed by Leominster in final four game

Sara Metivier, Co-Editor-in-Chief Jun 14, 2026

Westford Academy Flag Football battled against Leominster High School on Thursday, June 11 during the final four match. After Leominster's offense took an early lead with quick touchdowns, WA was unable to regain control of the game, resulting in a 39-8 loss. This defeat brings their overall season record...

Goyal swings her racket, volleying the ball across the net.

Girls’ Tennis crushes Lexington, clinching round of four spot

Imaan Choudhry, Co-Managing Editor Jun 7, 2026

Under the blazing hot sun, Westford Academy Girls' Tennis (WAGT) crushed Lexington High School at home on Thursday, June 4. This game was to move on to the round of four in the MIAA Division 1 state championships. Coming into this match, Lexington was ranked fifth with a in-season record of 16-2, whereas...

Hennessy in the midst of the Brooks XC Championships race.

Hennessy chases D1 dreams at UW

Misha Singhal, Co-Reviews and Opinions Editor Jun 5, 2026

For most high school students, the idea of having to run multiple miles after school seems stressful. However, for senior Abby Hennessy, it's a stress reliever. After a journey marked by elite times and personal resilience, Hennessy is set to further her talents at the University of Washington (UW) for...

Eleni Stowell wearing the jersey of the UVM team.

Stowell kicks off her college career

Sreevarsha Kamal, Co-Opinion and Review Editor Jun 5, 2026

Westford Academy Girls' Soccer (WAGS) senior captain and the University of Vermont's (UVM) top recruit, Eleni Stowell, will be heading to play Division I (D1) soccer at the collegiate level. Stowell finished the college selection process early as a junior and was recruited to play on the women's soccer...

Cassie leaps while onstage during her solo.

Cassie takes centerstage through commit to UMass Lowell

Nylah Gaudreau, Co-News Editor Jun 4, 2026

The music pulses through the auditorium, but all eyes are on her. As she gracefully moves across the stage in different variations of saut de chat leaps and fouette turns, a sense of finality is shown through every step. Soon, senior Makayla Cassie’s hours spent dancing with her hometown friends in...

Williams whips the ball past a Framingham defender into the net.

Girls’ Lacrosse wipes out Framingham in postseason debut

Nylah Gaudreau, Co-News Editor May 30, 2026

Westford Academy Girls’ Lacrosse (WAGL) dominated in their first Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) playoff game of the season, making a statement 20-2 win against Framingham High School on Tuesday, May 26. Fueled by quick offensive strikes and an impassable defense, the Ghosts first...

Dulong crouches down, readying himself to begin the match.

Four straight years of iron-strong dedication

Imaan Choudhry, Co-Managing Editor May 28, 2026

The schedule of a student-athlete can be demanding, with many struggling to find the balance between academics and sports. However, one athlete in particular has shown remarkable dedication to his team; having never missed a single day of practice or a meet in all four years of his wrestling career at...

Flag Football Varsity and JV team on the Westford Academy Turf

Junior Varsity takes on the turf

Sreevarsha Kamal, Co-Opinion and Review Editor May 27, 2026

The Class of 2026 is leaving the building, but for the flag football team, they are also leaving the turf. Last year, three current seniors worked to create a flag football program at Westford Academy. This year, they made it their goal to expand the program by creating a junior varsity team. During...

Smith strikes the ball down the fairway.

A hole in one: Smith commits to U of M

Jonathan Li, Co-Sports Editor May 15, 2026

After her parents fell in love at a golf tournament and her whole life revolving around the sport, it is only fitting for senior Madison Smith to commit to the University of Memphis (U of M) to play Division I (D1) golf. According to Smith, she was first introduced to golf through her family. Not...

Schweitzer winds up for a serve.

Headed for UMass Dartmouth: Schweitzer aces a volleyball commit

Lily Caggiano, Social Media Manager May 1, 2026

Feeling like she was running out of time, senior captain of the Westford Academy Girls' Volleyball team, Norah Schweitzer, didn't know what she wanted to do in college when she was a junior. However, she is now committing to the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Honors College (UMass Dartmouth) to...

WAGT lines up as coach Tracy Capone gives a short speech, motivating both teams before the competition begins.

Girls’ Tennis dominates Chelmsford in their home opener

Imaan Choudhry, Co-Managing Editor Mar 29, 2026

Westford Academy Girls’ Tennis (WAGT) started the season off strong on Friday, March 27, with a 5-0 victory against Chelmsford High School. This resounding win starts off their season record 1-0 and marks the girls' first match up after having achieved the title of DCL champions last season. From...

Junior and varsity tennis player Sohana Arani follows through with a sharp serve during tryouts. March 16 through March 19, girls will be assessed on their skills and dedication.

Girls’ Tennis volleys for successful 2026 season

Aarshia Bhattacharyya, Co-Editor-In-Chief Mar 18, 2026

Few teams can claim to have had as successful of a season as WA's Girls' Varsity Tennis team had in 2025. After achieving the much-coveted title of Dual County League (DCL) champions, the team managed to fight their way to the state quarterfinals, where they eventually lost to Lexington High School....