By Sameer Kini Staff Writer Westford Academy senior Ryan Mumford has been elected to play in the first ever Massachusetts State Hockey Coaches Association (MSHCA) High... »
Sports
The Grass is Always Greener… Or is it?
By Sami Joubert Staff Writer In the middle of 2011, Westford Academy intends to have completed the installation of a brand new, multi-purpose, synthetic turf field in place of the natural grass that is the football field’s current foundation. At the moment the football field at WA, as well as its facilities, are very outdated.... »
Grey Ghosts tame the Tyngsborough Tigers
By Kendall McElroy Staff Writer The boys varsity basketball team started off the season right with a big win over the Tyngsborough Tigers 97-51 at Wesford Academy on December 11th. After Westford Academy junior varsity boys basketball team had a solid win over Tyngsborough, more maroon clad fans started to fill the bleachers. Soon after the varsity... »
DCL Relays Give Hints as to how Swim Season Will Go
By Shannon Donahue Staff Writer Last Friday, December 4, our own swim team traveled to Sudbury to compete in their first “meet” of the season, the DCL Relays. This competition is not only for practice, but also for the many teams to meet their new swimmers, including the freshmen. The WA Swim Team departed around 2:10, filled... »
Senior TJ Jann Signs to Penn State
By: Patrick Martell Staff Writer TJ Jann is a senior this year, and is one of the best two sport athletes to come out of Westford Academy. However, it was his signing to Penn State to play Division 1 college baseball last month that has had people talking. During the winter Jann can be seen racing up... »
WA basketball star earns a full-ride scholarship
By Devon Lindsey Staff Writer In late August, senior Asia Ewing received a full ride basketball scholarship to Stonehill College, and at WA basketball scholarships are rare occurrences. After being recruited by the school and visiting there, they offered her the scholarship to assure she would be attending Stonehill. Ewing began playing basketball in 5th grade after... »
Wrestling Team: ready for the season
By Kate Spinosa Staff Writer Westford Academy’s wrestling team is pumped for another great season this year. With last year’s record of 13-5. They have high hopes for the 2009-2010 season. Matt Tholander is the new coach for the team this year. The wrestling season started November 30th, and for most members ends during February break.... »
Westford Academy suffers a close loss in the playoffs
By Robert Gilman Staff Writer The Westford Academy Grey Ghosts played a great game but in the very end, suffered a defeat to the undefeated Gloucester Fisherman. The first quarter began with a failed drive and a punt from the Grey Ghosts. However, The Grey Ghosts came back and forced a fumble into a quick touchdown. Gloucester... »
Westford Academy Defies Expectations and Beats Acton-Boxboro in Double Overtime
By Robert Gilman Staff Writer This Thanksgiving, the Westford Academy Grey Ghosts (8-3) were able to pull off a 31-28 win in double overtime against the rival team, the Acton-Boxboro Colonials (6-5). »
WA Basketball set to rebound from last season
By Patrick Martell Staff Writer Westford Academy Basketball Pt. 1 Westford Academy Basketball Pt. 2 It’s almost that time again when the noisemakers come out and you can find the true WA Superfans screaming their heads off front row. That’s right, it’s almost basketball season. »
WA Unicycle Club: Rolling on 24’s
Sami Joubert Staff Writer It’s no secret that the unicycle club is one of the more outlandish extracurricular activities offered at Westford Academy. For approximately two years now, the club has met regularly and practiced at the street adjacent to the football field. It’s still going strong. Video included. »