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Junior Abby Baker runs with the ball.

Photos: Girls’ soccer suffers near shutout to Lincoln-Sudbury

Sophia Keang, Editor-in-Chief Oct 9, 2022

On Friday, Oct. 7th on the WA Trustee's Field, the girls' soccer team put up an extensive fight against Lincoln-Sudbury, but ultimately, suffered a near shutout; the Westford Academy team lost 1-5, leaving the WAGS Team with a current record of 2-5-4. The team will face Wayland at their next game on...

Boys' Soccer huddles up together.

WA Boys’ Soccer sets their eyes on the season

James Farley, Co-Managing Editor Sep 12, 2022

Players shouting encouragement, whistles blowing, and coaches calling plays fill the Trustees Field with noise. Under the bright lights in the brisk fall air, the team unites to pull out a victory. This is something the WA Boys' Soccer team hopes to achieve frequently this fall. After winning just...

Senior Kiani Barnard-Pratt, a sophomore when this photo was taken, springs into action to make a save.

Leading by example: Barnard-Pratt commits to Alfred

Kristen Su, Co-Managing-Editor Nov 15, 2021

Described by her soccer coaches and teammates as a player who leads with quiet tenacity, senior Kiani Barnard-Pratt lets her actions speak for themselves. Eyeing the ball with deadly precision and intense determination, she dives for every attempt at goal without fail. Now, Barnard-Pratt will be making...

Senior Isabel Doherty chases after a soccer ball during a game.

Isabel Doherty continues her passion at Catholic University

Melanie Duronio, Co-Managing Editor Nov 3, 2021

Ever since six-year-old Isabel Doherty saw a player in a bright red jersey running to score a goal for the first time, she knew that she wanted to play on a soccer team. Now, after four years spent with the WA Girls' Soccer Team, Doherty has gained a family of like-minded individuals, and she looks to...

Westford Academy gets ready for the rainy game against Lowell.

WA Boys’ Soccer defeats Lowell

Mackenzie Adam, Staff Writer Oct 31, 2021

Westford Academy's Boy's Varsity Soccer took home a 5-1 win after a tight game against Lowell on Saturday, October 30, at Crawley Stadium. The drizzle at 10 a.m. created a very cold morning, but both teams fought through. Westford set up their starting line to push a strong initial offense. Within...

WAGS locks in on the defensive end in their 2-1 loss to Concord-Carlisle.

WAGS loses to Concord Carlisle in the DCL Playoffs

James Farley, Co-Sports Editor Oct 31, 2021

Westford Academy Girls Soccer fell short to Concord Carlisle 2-1 on Friday, Oct. 29 in a pivotal DCL playoff game. This loss knocked WA out of DCL Championship contention, but their season will continue in the state tournament thanks to having a record above .500 on the season. From the opening...

WA Girls Varsity Soccer team poses for a picture after their game against Newton South.

Girls Soccer team has a bond unlike any other at WA

Sophia Keang, Co-Managing Editor Oct 28, 2021

WA Girls Soccer (WAGS) is known for its team's imperishable kinship. From the countless memories at spags (spaghetti dinner parties) to bus rides filled with laughter, the team acts as a second family for all the girls. This sense of unity among the girls has led to the season’s ongoing success...

Boys soccer huddles up to prepare to face Billerica.

Westford Academy Boys’ Soccer faces loss to Billerica

Rohun Voruganti, Co-Sports Editor Oct 28, 2021

Westford Academy's Boys' Soccer endured a tough 2-0 loss against the Billerica Indians on Saturday, Oct. 23 on Trustees Field. The brisk air of an 11 a.m. game can knock anyone off their feet alone, but that wasn't the only thing that hurt the Ghosts on Saturday. With five starters benched due to...

WA Girls' Soccer wins 1-0 against Weston

WA Girls’ Soccer wins 1-0 against Weston

Anushka Patil, Co-Editor-in-Chief Sep 18, 2021

With a score of 1-0, Westford Academy Varsity Girls' Soccer defeated Weston this Friday, Sept. 17, at Weston High School, marking WA's first win of the season. Starting the game with intensity, WA dominated early with a strong offense, which kept the ball on Weston's defensive side. Senior captain...

Soccer player Dominique Paglia is in action.

Senior Dominique Paglia speaks on committing to Brandeis University

Sanhita Lothe, Staff Writer Jan 12, 2021

Senior Dominique Paglia committed to Brandeis University for its blend and balance of academics and athletics. She shared her opinion on the current situations regarding COVID-19 and how the global pandemic may affect recruitments for students as well. Q: What was your mindset freshman year? A:...

Two young boys from different teams get close while playing a competitive game of soccer.

The decision to run sports is not only irresponsible but catastrophic

Anushka Patil, Co-Editor-in-Chief Sep 23, 2020

The sprint invigorates. The chants motivate. The turf feels like home. The wind whispers calming messages. The sweat intensifies. All of these aspects of a high school soccer game lure players and spectators across the country, leaving student athletes counting down the days till the start of their...