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Alyssa Skala

Alyssa Skala, Yearbook Managing Editor

(she/her) Alyssa Skala is a senior at West. She is a third year photographer on staff and a second year editor for yearbook. When she doesn't have her camera, Alyssa can be found playing softball and rowing.

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Jordynn Brackett 21 uses her momentum and swings the ball toward the pins Jan. 7.

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Kayla Schindler 23 keeps an eye on the pins while stepping forward to start her bowl Jan. 7. Schindler led the girls team with a score of 341 in two games.

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While focusing down the lane, Alexa King 23 throws the ball Jan. 7.

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Jade Ritchey 22 throws the ball towards the pins Jan. 7.

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Audrey Koch ‘21 swings the ball around Southeast Polk defense for two points Jan. 2.

Girls basketball defense falters against Southeast Polk

Alyssa Skala, Yearbook Managing Editor
January 3, 2021
Emma Ingersoll-Weng ‘22 looks to cut around Southeast Polk defense to the basket Jan. 2.

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Lucy Wolf ‘24 takes a three point shot Jan. 2 against Southeast Polk.

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Head Coach BJ Mayer breaks down after a full timeout Jan. 2.

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Avery Vest ‘22 guards Southeast Polks number 40 Jan. 2.

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Meena Tate 23 takes a layup Jan. 2.

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Audrey Koch 21 breaks away and takes a layup Jan. 2.

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Liv Williams 21 guards Southeast Polks center Jan. 2.

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Meena Tate 23 shoots a free-throw after being fouled Jan. 2.

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Emma Ingersoll-Weng 22 shoots from inside the arc Jan. 2.

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Meena Tate 23 dribbles trying to maneuver around Southeast Polk defense Jan. 2.

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Anna Prouty 23 takes a layup Jan. 2.

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Matayia Tellis 21 pushes around defense and drives for points Jan. 2.

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BJ Mayer cheers on his teams aggressive defense in second half.

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Audrey Koch 21 shows other teammates next play on her fingers Jan. 2.

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Peer Assistance and Leadership (PAL), an organization centered around helping students of all ages, is helping families get presents for their children for the holidays.

PALs spreads holiday cheer amidst pandemic

Bess Frerichs, Renee Gould, Maggie Huang, Alyssa Skala, Cassandra Michaels, Jack Harris, Nao Oya, and Owen Aanestad
December 27, 2020
Emma Ingersoll-Weng 22 looks to score against Linn-Mar on Dec. 22, 2020.

Girls basketball flies past Linn-Mar

Hanah Kitamoto and Alyssa Skala
December 23, 2020
Lucy Wolf 24 eyes the ball while playing defense against Linn-Mar on Dec. 22.

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Anna Prouty 23 shoots a jump shot against Linn-Mar on Dec. 22.

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Zola Gross 23 looks to break the press against Linn-Mar on Dec. 22.

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January 20, 2022
Melae Lacy 24 looks for the ball in the post against Linn-Mar on Dec. 22.

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Liv Williams 21 plays defense against Linn-Mar on Dec. 22.

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Melae Lacy 24 knocks down a free throw against Linn-Mar on Dec. 22.

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Matayia Tellis 21 looks to pass against Linn-Mar on Dec. 22.

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Emma Ingersoll-Weng 22 brings the ball up the floor against Linn-Mar on Dec. 22.

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Among Us is a video game that can be played on mobile phone or on a computer.

West UNICEF club to host “Among Us” tournament

Alyssa Skala, Yearbook Managing Editor
December 1, 2020
The ICCSD was granted a waiver to return school fully online.

ICCSD to move fully online starting Nov. 16

Alyssa Skala, Yearbook Managing Editor
November 10, 2020
Senior quarterback Marcus Morgan looks where his options are for the next play Oct. 30.

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Marcus Morgan 21 finds space during the game against Dubuque Hempstead Oct. 30.

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Marcus Morgan 21 finds a pass to a teammate during round three of playoffs Oct. 30.

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The Trojans

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Marcus Morgan 21 lies on the Trojan Field after a touchdown late in the fourth quarter. Morgans touchdown secured the Trojans win over the Mustangs, advancing the team to the state quarterfinals.

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Boaz Abramoff 22 scans the Mustangs defensive line Oct. 30.

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Lizzy Slade 21 twirls her baton during halftime Oct. 30.

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Damarion Williams 21 holds a Dubuque Hempstead player during third round of playoffs Oct. 30.

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The Trojans defensive line prepares for the next play Oct. 30.

[Photo] Morgan leads Trojans to state quarterfinals

October 31, 2020
The Trojans celebrate a touchdown Oct. 30.

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Grahm Goering 21 celebrates his touchdown during the third quarter of the game against Dubuque Hempstead Oct. 30.

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Fabian Brown 21 leaps over fellow teammate and City defender going toward the endzone Oct. 23.

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Captian Marcus Morgan 21 gives the next play rundown to his offense Oct. 23.

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Davontae Morris 23 pushes off a defender Oct. 23.

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BJ Wolf 21 plays the drums with his fellow drumline mates Oct. 23.

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After a penalty against the Trojans a timeout is called Oct. 23.

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Trey King ‘21 runs straight through his defenders Oct. 23.

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The offensive linemen take position to prepare for the next play Oct. 23.

[Photo] Football team advances to third round of playoffs

October 23, 2020
Lizzy Slade 21 twirls three batons lit on fire Oct. 23.

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Dijon Genius 21 tackles a City High player Oct. 23.

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Phoebe Burt 21 sings the national anthem before the game against City High Oct. 23.

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Melae Lacy

[Photo] Rising stars: Emma Stammeyer ’24 & Melae’ Lacy ’24

Caroline Chandler, Assistant Sports Editor
October 20, 2020
Grahm Goering 21 drives past the Cougars defense into the endzone at West on Oct. 10.

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Lizzy Slade 21 performs at halftime at West on Oct. 10.

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Marcus Morgan 21 looks downfield to throw to target wide reciever, Grahm Goering 21 against Kennedy on Oct. 10.

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Eric Torres 21 holds onto the football as he slides down ending the play against Kennedy on Oct. 10.

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Senior Damarian Williams walks with his parents during senior night on Oct. 10.

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Senior Zach Anderson is joined by his parents on the field being recognized during senior night on Oct. 10.

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Senior Mikey Brown stands with his family on Oct. 10.

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Senior Phoebe Burt is joined by her parents receiving recognition for being a part of West Football.

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Damarian Williams 21 drives past Zane Hill 21 for a touchdown against Kennedy on Oct. 10.

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Senior Ariana Warson is joined by her mom at the 50-yard line celebrating her last year of West High cheer.

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Marcus Morgan 21 catches the snap to start the play against Kennedy on Oct. 10.

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Marcus Morgan 21 makes a long pass against Kennedy on Oct. 10.

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The Trojan offensive lineman get ready for the snap against Kennedy on Oct. 10.

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Trey King ‘21 runs to the end zone after catching a 61-yard pass from Marcus Morgan ‘21 against Kennedy on Oct. 10.

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Marcus Morgan ‘21 congratulates Grahm Goering ‘21 after a successful touchdown against Kennedy on Oct. 10.

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Fabian Brown 21 and Trey King 21 celebrate Browns second touchdown of the night at West on Oct. 10.

[Photo] Trojans improve to 4-0 and undefeated regular season

October 10, 2020
Boaz Abramoff 22 tackles Demarcus Ray 21 off a punt return at West on Oct. 10.

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Tyuss Bell 21 carrys the ball over Cougar defense at West on Oct. 10.

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Owen Smith 21 kicks for the extra point after a Trojan touchdown at West on Oct. 10.

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Junior Liv Casebolt engages with the student section at West on Oct. 10.

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[Photo] Women of Troy fall to City High in three sets on senior night

October 2, 2020
Lily Prochaska 23 and Aaliyah Trulson 22 cheer for their teammates from the sidelines.

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The volleyball team huddles together during their game on Oct. 1.

[Photo] Broken season

Krisha Kapoor, Hanah Kitamoto, Tosh Klever, and Alaina Greenlee
October 17, 2020
Head Coach Keeley Arnold cheers on the team as they play against City High.

[Photo] Post-performance

Camille Gretter and Alaina Greenlee
February 19, 2021
Ryann Culver 21 and Carmen Crabtree 22 block a hit from City High.

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Junior setter Emma Dunlap sets the ball up during a game on Oct. 1.

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Emma Dunlap 22 sets the ball up for a hitter while playing against City High on Oct. 1.

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Senior Rylie Baldes celebrating her high school volleyball career with her parents on senior night.

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Melae Lacy 24 and Mayowa Dokun 22 block a hit from City High.

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Sophomore libero Alaina Greenlee prepares to serve the ball on Oct. 1.

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Alaina Greenlee 23 digging the ball while playing against City High.

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Sophia Deyak 23 celebrates West High scoring on Oct. 1.

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McKenna Proud 21 on senior night with her parents.

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Ryann Culver 21 with her parents celebrating senior night.

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Seniors McKenna Proud, Ryann Culver, and Rylie Baldes standing with their families on senior night.

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Caleb Kirk 21 waits with his ball marker in place as he finishes up on the 9th hole at Pleasant Valley.

Boys golf places third on senior night

Alyssa Skala, Yearbook Managing Editor
October 1, 2020
Cole Eberly 22 watches as his opponents shoot, following his iron shot at Pleasant Valley golf corse.

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Andrew Tauchen 21 takes a swing with his iron from the fairway.

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Brendan Klutts 21 drives his ball off the tee box at hole one to start his round on senior night.

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Owen Larson 23 takes a swing from the tee box on the first hole at Pleasant Valley.

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Brady Simcox 23 waits by his push cart as his opponents line up their shots at Pleasant Valley on Oct 1.

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