Skip to Main Content
The student news site of Westford Academy

WA Ghostwriter

The student news site of Westford Academy

WA Ghostwriter

The student news site of Westford Academy

WA Ghostwriter

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...

WA's bench erupts after an impressive play by Trahan, who went on a scoring streak in the second half.

Photos: WA Girls’ Basketball crushes Acton-Boxborough at TD Garden

Katie Fonden, Photography Editor Jan 20, 2026

WA Girls' Basketball defeated Acton-Boxborough (AB) 58-38 on Sunday, Jan. 18 at TD Garden during the annual Andrew James Lawson Foundation Invitational. The Ghosts dominated the court throughout the whole game, while sophomore Grace Trahan had a particularly successful performance, scoring a high number...

Senior captain Kaitlyn Pepin attempts to score a basket while being guarded by Lowell players.

Photos: Girls’ Basketball wins scrimmage against Lowell

Ellie Lawrance, Co-Features Editor Dec 19, 2025

WA Girls' Basketball won three out of five quarters in a home scrimmage against Lowell on Dec. 15 at 5:30 p.m, setting the tone for the rest of their season with an overall victory. Their first official game will be held at Waltham High School on Friday, Dec. 19 at 7 p.m..

The new lighting fixtures pictured in daylight.

WA installs new lighting on Trustees Field

Tessa Czado, Co-Sports Editor Sep 5, 2025

New lighting fixtures were installed on the Westford Academy Trustees Field to replace prior field lights with brighter and higher quality lighting. Construction was completed on Sept. 3.  Although the lights are ready for upcoming home games, there are still some technical qualities that must be...

WAFH walks to the sidelines as a quarter ends

WA Field Hockey undergoes a 2-0 loss to Bedford

Penelope Zambrana, Opinion and Review Editor Oct 9, 2024

WA Field Hockey (WAFH) gave it their all on Tuesday, Oct. 8 against Bedford at home, though ultimately suffering a harsh loss with a final score of 2-0. From the beginning of the game, the WA team spent a lot of time playing defense. Junior goalkeeper Khloe Felicani kept the net protected as the opposing...

WA Boys' Soccer huddles one last time before their senior night game begins.

Boys’ soccer shuts down Waltham on senior night

Katie McDermott, Social Media and Graphic Design Editor Oct 29, 2023

WA Boys’ Soccer pulled through with a 2-1 win for senior night on Thursday, Oct. 26 at home against Waltham. After a slow first half, WA stepped up in the second half to pull out the win. Before the game began there was a ceremony to celebrate the seniors and their hard work and dedication throughout...

Albuquerque lines up for a penalty kick in the second half.

Boys’ soccer put to sleep by Bedford

James McDermott, Co-Sports Editor Oct 11, 2023

WA Boys’ Soccer's three game winning streak was snapped by Bedford, as they suffered a 2-0 loss at home on Tuesday, Oct. 10. A penalty kick resulted in a shift of momentum and an insurmountable deficit in favor of Bedford. Amidst their best three game stretch of the season, WA entered their game...

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...

Dominici smiles for her senior picture.

Dominici to make a splash at Swarthmore

James McDermott, Co-Sports Editor Apr 13, 2023

Playing a sport in college is an unforgettable experience for the athletes who are lucky enough and work hard enough to reach that level. It is a privilege that athletes must work towards throughout their entire childhood, and make sacrifices day in and day in an effort to achieve their goals. This March,...

Haggan eludes defenders as he navigates through the defense.

Haggan to burst onto the scene at Bentley

James McDermott, Sports Editor Apr 2, 2023

It is rare to see any eighth grader begin football for the sole purpose of playing at college. With less than a 7% chance of accomplishing that goal, it is a feat most athletes do not even attempt. However, for a select few, as they progress through their high school career, the possibility of playing...

Senior Alanna Saunders commits to Middlebury College as a part of the class of 2027.

Saunders to continue track & field and basketball at Middlebury

Sophia Keang, Editor-in-Chief Feb 14, 2023

Senior Alanna Saunders has achieved academic, athletic, and artistic feats most students could not even imagine. From being an award-winning artist to a dedicated and passionate multi-sport athlete, Saunders’ hard work and talent have culminated in her commitment to Middlebury College as part of the...