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Evan Flitz 18 passes the ball to Seybian Sims 18 during the second half on Friday, Feb. 23.

Boys basketball advances to state-qualifying game

Kara Wagenknecht, Online Editor-in-Chief, Co-Sports Editor February 24, 2018

The Trojans defeated the Warriors 66-46. West will advance to the final round of regionals against Cedar Rapids Kennedy. The game will be held at the US Cellular Center at 8 p.m. and the winner will play...

Boys basketball vs. Cedar Rapids Washington snapchat coverage

Kara Wagenknecht, Online Editor-in-Chief, Co-Sports Editor February 23, 2018

On Friday, Feb. 23 the boys basketball team hosted Cedar Rapids Washington. West won 66-46.

GTC finishes their second song I Feel Better/Find My Way on Saturday, Feb. 17.

GTC and Showtime attend Great River Competition

Pareen Mhatre, Photo Editor, Online Managing Editor February 22, 2018

GTC placed 5th runner-up and were awarded as the best band, while Showtime placed first runner-up at the Great River Competition. Click here for more photos from West Singers' performance at...

Which west high teacher are you?

Which west high teacher are you?

Reagan Hart, Reporter, Distribution Manager February 22, 2018
Take this quiz to discover which teacher you are most like. For best results, pick the choice that is closest to what you agree with.
The student section and the girls basketball team poses in front of the state qualifier banner on Tuesday, Feb. 20.

Women of Troy advance to state tournament

Kara Wagenknecht, Online Editor-in-Chief, Co-Sports Editor February 21, 2018

With a 10 point lead at halftime, the girls basketball team held tight to that lead throughout the second half of the game and defeated Pleasant Valley 61-51. The Women of Troy will advance to the state...

Girls basketball vs. Pleasant Valley snapchat coverage

Kara Wagenknecht, Online Editor-in-Chief, Co-Sports Editor February 21, 2018

On Tuesday, Feb. 20 the Women of Troy traveled to Pleasant Valley to face off. West won with a score of 61-51 and will advance to the state tournament.

Rachael Saunders 18 high fives the team as she goes to shake hands with Linn-Mars Ally Johnson 18 at the beginning of the game on Saturday, Feb. 17.

Girls basketball plays first regional game

Kara Wagenknecht, Online Editor-in-Chief, Co-Sports Editor February 18, 2018

The Women of Troy defeated Linn-Mar 61-44 during their first regional game. West will be traveling to Pleasant Valley on Tuesday, Feb. 20. The winner of that game will advance to the first round of the...

Coach Bergman talks to Patrick McCaffery 19, 	Paul McGee 18, Evan Flitz 18, 	Jake Anderson 18 and Hakeem Odunsi 18 during a timeout in the second half on Saturday, Feb. 17.

Trojans fall to Raiders

Kara Wagenknecht, Online Editor-in-Chief, Co-Sports Editor February 18, 2018

In a close battle, the Trojans fell 60-71 to the Raiders from Minnesota. The West High Varsity Poms and West High Cheerleading teams celebrated senior night and the Poms performed during halftime. West...

Mediterranean tri-bean salad: three times the fun

Mediterranean tri-bean salad: three times the fun

Fenna Semken, Online Editor-in-Chief February 18, 2018

This salad is inspired from Mediterranean flavors and colors, and will make your meal come to life with its vibrant taste. Use this salad as a side meal at dinner, a main dish at lunch or even as a midday...

Girls basketball vs. Linn-Mar snapchat coverage

Kara Wagenknecht, Online Editor-in-Chief, Co-Sports Editor February 18, 2018

On Saturday, Feb. 17 the girls basketball team hosted Linn-Mar, West won 61-44.

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