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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...

Amidst a current score of 0-0, Morris steals the ball from Waltham, aided by  (left to right) Keefe and sophomore Lyla Griffin.

Photos: WAGS ties with Waltham 1-1 during senior night game

Elitsa Koleva, Co-Editor-in-Chief Oct 25, 2024

Westford Academy Girls' Soccer (WAGS) tied with Waltham 1-1 during their senior night game on Thursday, Oct. 24. Though Waltham scored the first goal of the game via penalty kick, WAGS was able to catch up near the end of the second half by scoring a goal. After this game, WAGS's new season record is...

Senior captain Ella Diruggiero rushes down the field with the ball.

WAGS dampens their season record with 3-1 loss against Weston

Srivas Arun, Co-Managing Editor Sep 27, 2024

Westford Academy Girls’ Soccer (WAGS) may have lost the upper hand in their game against Weston High School on Sept. 26, but they braved the elements and persevered through 90 minutes of near constant rain, finishing the game in a 3-1 loss and setting their season record to 3-4.  The Ghosts’...

The team huddles after the first half comes to a close.

WA Girls’ Soccer defeats Lowell High with 8-0 victory

Deepa Gautam, Co-Editor-in-Chief Sep 6, 2024

With well executed goals and strong defensive plays, WA Girls’ Soccer defeated the Lowell Raiders in their second 8-0 victory of the season on Thursday, Sept. 5, raising their season record to a promising 2-0. WA maintained control throughout the game, showing off both strategic gameplay and tireless...

After Dracut takes back possession of the ball, Smith opens herself up for defense.

Girls’ basketball defeats Dracut in scrimmage

Elitsa Koleva, News Editor Dec 21, 2022

The girls' basketball team won 55-49 in a scrimmage against Dracut High School last Thursday, Dec. 15. Although this game did not count as part of their regular season record, it served as a practice run for the upcoming DCL games. Next, they will face Weston High School in a DCL home game today, Dec....

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...

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...

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...

WA seniors Kara Mammola, Brooke Ditcham, Emily Blatt and Ally Giovino pose for a photo after they signed their National Letter of Intent to their respected colleges.

Four seniors sign to continue their athletic careers in college

Molly Smith, Staff Writer Jan 17, 2020

Wednesday November 13, was the national letter of intention day for the most aspiring college student-athletes. Westford Academy students Emily Blatt, Brooke Ditcham, Ally Giovino and Kara Mammola were honored this day. Friends, teammates, coaches, and families gathered in the lecture hall to celebrate...