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WA Ghostwriter

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WA Ghostwriter

Senior captains Alex Kwon, Justin Davighi, and Ilan Rashdan pose for a photo following a match.

Golf is striving for greatness in 2023

James McDermott, Co- Sports Editor Sep 12, 2023

After a state tournament appearance and a 9-1 regular season campaign in 2022, WA Golf looks to continue raising the bar as to what is defined as success. With a new coach in physical education teacher Patrick Claycomb at the helm, the team is determined to take a leap large enough to propel them towards...

Senior captain Abby Baker dribbles the ball down the field.

Girls’ Soccer has high hopes for the season

Victoria Farley, Co-Sports Editor Sep 12, 2023

The loud cheering of teammates from the sidelines encourages the athletes hustling down the field. Coaches yell out commands, players pass the ball, and the crowd watches as WA pulls out a victory on a fall day. This is something that WA Girls' Soccer (WAGS) hopes is a regular occurrence this upcoming...

WA Girls' Volleyball huddles in the middle of a timeout during the second set.

Girls’ Volleyball takes first win of the season 3-1 against Lowell High

Kate Kelly, Co-Features Editor Sep 10, 2023

WA Girls’ Volleyball team faced Lowell High School on Thursday, Sep. 7, taking home their first win of the season with a score of 3-1 and making their current record 1-1. After suffering a loss on September 5 in their season opener, WA arrived energized for the first away game of the season. Despite...

WA works together to return a Groton-Dunstable serve.

Girls’ Volleyball falls to Groton-Dunstable 3-1 to begin season

James Farley, Co-Editor in Chief Sep 6, 2023

In their first game of the 2023 season, WA Girls’ Volleyball suffered a 3-1 loss to Groton-Dunstable in an intense 4-set game at home on Tuesday, Sep. 5. The Ghosts came out strong in their first set of the season, taking an early 9-5 lead thanks to strong serves from senior captain Jenny Alexander....

Senior Matt Morash practices his pitch before the next inning starts.

WA Baseball defeats Lincoln-Sudbury, moves to Round of 8

Noah Brown, Social Media & Graphic Design Editor Jun 12, 2023

The Boy's Varsity Baseball team won 4-3 over Lincoln-Sudbury on June 10, keeping their undefeated record of 20-0 alive. Although WA made it to the Round of 8, their game against Saint John's Shrewsbury ended their undefeated season with a loss 3-10 on June 11. WA started off the game weak but senior...

Krikorian smiles in the library.

Krikorian dives head first into Sacred Heart

Fares Osman, Opinions & Reviews Editor May 19, 2023

Senior Ruby Krikorian has been a swimmer for most of her life. After her final race at the championship meet, Krikorian was positive she wanted to continue swimming and committed to Sacred Heart University. There, she will be joining her sister, Ella Krikorian, on the swim team. Ever since she was...

Smith follows through during her swing.

Smith comes within one stroke of the Men’s US Open

James Farley, Co-Editor-in-Chief May 15, 2023

After shooting a 70, good for two under par, at a one day local qualifier for the Men’s US Open at Lebaron Hills Country Club on May 3, senior Molly Smith came within one stroke of qualifying for the US Open. The US Open is one of the four major tournaments for the men’s Professional Golf Association...

WA celebrates the seniors with teammates, coaches and parents before the game.

WA Baseball mercies the Warriors 11-0 to keep the streak alive

Katie McDermott, Social Media & Graphic Design Editor May 14, 2023

The Ghosts' Baseball team’s undefeated season remained intact after a 11-0 senior night win over the Wayland Warriors on Friday, May 12, improving their season record to a 14-0. The Ghosts' offense has been surging recently as they outscored their opponents 33-2 in the last five games.  WA had...

Online sportsbooks provide an easier betting platform than ever before.

The rise of sports gambling at WA

James McDermott, Co-Sports Editor May 11, 2023

Last names have been removed to protect source's identities. Gambling has been a prominent aspect of sports culture for the majority of history. Ever since gambling online through sportsbooks became officially legalized as of March 10, 2023 in Massachusetts, the volume has increased significantly....

The WA Lacrosse team steps onto the field, ready to warm up for the upcoming game against Newton South.

Photos: Boys’ Lacrosse scores a 12-4 victory against Newton South

Deepa Gautam, Co-Managing Editor May 10, 2023

Boys' Varsity Lacrosse took a 12-4 win against Newton South at a home game on Thursday, May 4, increasing their season record to a 7-6 overall. After gaining an early 7-1 lead throughout the first two quarters, the team was able to keep up the energy and maintain their significant margin until the very...