Junior Matthew Blake throws a pitch against McCleur North on April 27. The team came out with a (8-5) win behind the efforts of Blake. “I felt really good on the mound that day. All of my pitches were working effectively and my teammates played great defense behind me,” Blake said.
Stepping up, striking them out
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PhotosSing it loud: West choir shows off their talent at Singer’s Choice -
![Passing out candy to her friends, sophomore Fiona Corell smiles in her spirit wear. Corell showed up to school in her Rudolph onesie so she could not only spread joy and spirit but also stay comfortable. “It was a lot of fun dressing up and spreading school spirit [because] it gives our school a chance to gain unity. It was a comfy outfit. It kept me warm all day, and it channeled the energy of Rudolph,” Corell said.](https://pwestpathfinder.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/image6-1200x785.jpg)
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![The senior boys dress in suits and jerseys to cheer on the Powder Puff competitors. Senior Derrien Gatchel initiated the suit trend last Powder Puff season. “The thought process was [to pretend we were dressing for] a business trip. Since we won last year, we had to do it again this year,” Gatchel said.](https://pwestpathfinder.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/unnamed-56.jpg)
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![Right foot in and arms wrapping around her teammates, freshman Hayden Oakley mentally prepares to race. Oakley ran in the freshman race in the Stan Nelson Invitational at the Northwest Early Childhood Center, Sept. 10. “Before [the race,] I was a little nervous because it was only the second [meet,] it was bigger, and there were a lot of people there. When we went into the huddle, that helped motivate and calm me down. [Also,] it was nice because it just made me feel more confident about the race,” Oakley said.](https://pwestpathfinder.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Hayden-Oakley-900x600.jpg)
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PhotosA glimpse into clubs during COVID-19 -
PhotosStudents showcase their ‘draw dropping’ artwork -
PhotosBidding farewell to the class of 2020: senior parade edition -
PhotosNo mask? No problem: here is a six step at-home mask tutorial -
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SnapshotTired and thirsty
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SnapshotDrawing without looking -
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SnapshotVolley for victory
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Snapshot14 Seniors presented with "Glory of Missouri Award"
About the Contributor
Bobby Connor, Staff Writer
Grade:11
Extracurriculars: Varsity Football and Varsity Baseball
What do you like about The Pathfinder? What I like about The Pathfinder is the variety of stories that are covered by the staff.
How would you describe yourself? I am an easy-going, friendly guy who is an avid sports lover.
Favorite Quote: “I've missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I've been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I've failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.” - Michael Jordan
Where do you want to go to college? I hope to play baseball at Coastal Carolina.
Extracurriculars: Varsity Football and Varsity Baseball
What do you like about The Pathfinder? What I like about The Pathfinder is the variety of stories that are covered by the staff.
How would you describe yourself? I am an easy-going, friendly guy who is an avid sports lover.
Favorite Quote: “I've missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I've been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I've failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.” - Michael Jordan
Where do you want to go to college? I hope to play baseball at Coastal Carolina.