The School Newspaper of West High School

West Signals

The School Newspaper of West High School

West Signals

The School Newspaper of West High School

West Signals

A Conclusion to Swim Season

Bryan Phan June 17, 2010

Although West’s Swim has it fair share of obstacles this season: not having its own pool, losing many of its top swimmers from the previous years and having only two of is individuals qualify for CIF Finals, it has also showed signs of improvement and...

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Scott Splashes through the Season

Bryan Phan June 17, 2010

From a very young age, Scott Bower was a versatile athlete who could thrive in any sport that he participated in. Although he was very successful at cross country in high school, Bower had to quit his sophomore year because it conflicted with his soccer...

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Warriorette of the Month (June): Kayla Mallet

Ephraim Lu June 9, 2010

1. Your Sport: Track and Field 2. What You Drive: Lexus 3. Favorite Athelete: Misty May 4. Favorite Sports Moment: Winning CIF in triple jump 5. Relationship Status: Single 6. Favorite Book:The Uglies 7. Favorite Movie:Stick It 8. Number of Years...

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Warrior of the Month (June): Scott Bower

Hanna Joo, Staff Writer June 7, 2010

Grade: 11 Sport: Swimming Favorite movie: Avatar Favorite book: Green Eggs and Ham Swimming experience: 4 years Future Goal: Part time LA County lifeguard Favorite Song: “The Vampire” by Tribal Seeds Relationship Status: Single Clubs: CSF...

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Varsity Baseball Winds Down

Jennifer Welch June 7, 2010

West High's varsity baseball season has finally drawn to a close. According to Johnny Palmer (11), the season ended because the players "didn't have enough focus; not enough aggressiveness." Yet, this year still holds many memories for all involved...

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An Inside Look at Kieran O’Shaughnessy

Ariel Kimmok May 4, 2010

When Kieran O’Shaughnessy (11) first touched a basketball at four-years old, he realized he had a love for the sport. As O’Shaughnessy matured into a young adult, his passion grew into extraordinary talent as he made the varsity basketball team...

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Sophomore Stars of Tennis

Ariel Kimmok March 16, 2010

Starting an undefeated 4-0 record with wins over Culver City, Bishop Montgomery, El Segundo, and Long Beach Cabrillo through the dates of March 2nd to 4th, the Varsity Tennis team is on full charged steam to begin the season. Although it is the pre-season,...

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West High Softball Team Starts the Season Right off the Bat

Ariel Kimmok March 16, 2010

On Tuesday March 2, the West High Softball team played its first JV game against Bishop Montgomery and triumphantly won 16:7. From practices to the heart-beating moment of the first game, the West High softball team got the season off to a great start. ...

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West Streak of Close Losses Continues

Bryan Phan February 16, 2010

Although West High’s current record of 6 wins and 17 losses (2-5 in league) may appear abysmal and dissatisfactory, most of its games could have been won in the closing seconds of the game. Nevertheless, West’s basketball team has taken its...

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Close to the End, Still Going Strong

Ephraim Lu February 16, 2010

Winter is coming to an end, and the girls’ soccer team is still trying its best to end strongly, finishing well as the season draws to a complete stop. Hopefully, future games will not be as disappointing as the past tournament that took place on February...

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Warrior of the Month (February): Ali Nazari

Ariel Kimmok February 3, 2010

Sport: Wrestling Number of years in sport: Since Freshman year Biggest accomplishment:"Probably getting first in the league, [but] too bad I got sick at CIF and couldn't qualify for masters." Proudest moment:"Finishing last year's season with a decent...

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Warriorette of the Month (January): Stephanie Nakamura

January 13, 2010

Congratulations to this month's Warriorette: Stephanie Nakamura! Status: Single Sport / Position: Basketball / Guard Favorite Class: Calculus with Mr. Roulette Favorite Team: Lakers Favorite Athlete: Steve Nash Dream College: USC School Activities:...

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