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Freshman Olivia Donahue on beam

WA Gymnastics is on a roll this season

Chloe Morbelli, Staff Writer Jan 19, 2017

On January 17, Westford Academy Girls' Gymnastics had its first home meet of the season. The team of new freshmen and returning upperclassmen gymnasts started the season strong and has been on a roll ever since. WA totaled 135.35 to 132.2 of its competitor Acton-Boxborough for the fourth meet of the...

Opinion: How should student stress be handled?

Opinion: How should student stress be handled?

Mehul Shrivastava, News Editor Jan 17, 2017

Early on in the school year, WA students took a survey that was meant to study habits and stress levels of students. The results that came in were slightly alarming, leading Principal Jim Antonelli to make the decision to include Westford Academy in Challenge Success, a program run by the Stanford Graduate...

The entrance to Muffins on Main

Muffins on Main promises a sweet start to your day

Varshini Ramanathan, Sports Editor Jan 13, 2017

The Ghostwriter was recently able grab a bite of breakfast at Muffins on Main, a Westford bakery that advertises fresh scones and muffins. The atmosphere, food, and service alike were excellent, and the store has earned its place as one of my favorite breakfast places. The shop is located just...

Senior Colleen Ellis skates off with the puck, resisting AB defense.

Ellis prepares to move on to Merrimack

Andrew Friel, Co-Editor in Chief Jan 12, 2017

Senior Colleen Ellis has spent the last four years of her life putting her entire being into sports at WA. From field hockey to ice hockey, all the way up to lacrosse, she has spent hours perfecting her craft and being the best player she could. "I don't know who I would even be without sports," Ellis...

Gaming Club members at a meeting

Gaming Club continues with new adviser

Ben Walker, Co-Editor-in-Chief Jan 11, 2017

Every Thursday, students from all grades head to room 222 for the weekly meeting of the Gaming Club. Headed by adviser Jonathan Geary, the club is meant for students to come in every week to play any games they want to play. According to Geary, the club members tend to come every week with a plan...

WA meets during a timeout

Boys’ Basketball sails by Boston Latin

Ben Walker, Co-Editor-in-Chief Jan 10, 2017

On Tuesday, January 10th, WA Boys' Basketball squared off against Boston Latin at 5:30 at home. After a late start, the Ghosts came out with playing hard and took down Boston Latin 66-48. The Ghosts jumped out to a quick 4-0 lead over their opponent off of two pointers from junior Robbie Hudson...

Antonelli announces early release due to hockey game

Antonelli announces early release due to hockey game

Andrew Friel, Co-Editor in Chief Jan 4, 2017

Following the dismissal of students on Tuesday, principal Jim Antonelli sent out an email to the faculty stating that on Monday January 9th, students will be released a bit early day from Westford Academy. The release is in order to facilitate student attendance at the girls' hockey game vs Acton Boxborough...

Senior Amanda Smith at the foul line

Photos: Girls’ basketball tops Wachusett

Chloe Morbelli, Staff Writer Jan 4, 2017

Westford Academy Girls' Basketball came out on top against Wachusett Regional on January 3. WA played a close game but was in the lead throughout the game's entirety. The final score was 61-50, starting off the year well for WA Girls' basketball.

Alibrandi set to take athletic skills to college

Alibrandi set to take athletic skills to college

Mehul Shrivastava, News Editor Dec 21, 2016

Angela Alibrandi has been excelling in volleyball, softball, and basketball during her entire high school career. Now a senior, she is continuing to play and has already been accepted and has committed to Tufts University for excellence in academics and athletics. Ever since Alibrandi was little,...