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The Official Student News Site of Parkway West High

Pathfinder
The Official Student News Site of Parkway West High

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In a game against Eureka Jan. 5, junior Tre Bell pushes the ball up the court to start a fast break while the defense is caught off guard. Bell has been playing basketball for the past 12 years. “To be honest I don’t usually think during games. I let my instincts [take] control because I trust my abilities and i’ve been playing for so long,” Bell said. “Before the game we were very eager to win because last year they [Eureka] beat us in the district semifinals so we owed them payback for that.”

Photo of the Week- Jan. 4

Fatema Rehmani, Conceptual Editor-in-Chief • January 8, 2021

Weighing her options, junior Shemaiah Saunders aims to pass the ball and cut to the basket for a shot. This season, Saunders has had to play her games while wearing a mask. "It’s difficult [with] other kids playing sports trying to breath and feel comfortable," Saunders said. "But COVID-19 hasn’t really changed much... I’ve known most of my teammates since elementary school, so it’s just cool to continue to play with them and graduate with them."

Photo of the Week- Nov. 30

Mira Nalbandian, Managing Editor-in-Chief • December 4, 2020

Working on creative designs and visuals, alumnus Cam and Jordan Neisler put together a video mixtape and photo edit for high school basketball players. The Neislers have been spending their summer in the gym recording for rising athletes. “I don’t know what the future holds for me but if I get the opportunity to be a designer for a team I'll take it and I love doing it,” Cam said. “Watching competitive basketball is fun, seeing Jordan behind the scenes is fun and being able to use his work is fun.”

Slam Dunk Success: Neisler brothers work together to produce mixtapes for basketball athletes

Tre Bell and Lilly Francis • August 26, 2020

Spending hours recording and editing photos and videos, alumnus and brothers Cam and Jordan Neisler have found a talent for creating video and picture edits for high school basketball players. “When...

Johnetta Doss smiles with her daughter, senior Carieal "L" Doss.

Remembering senior Carieal “L” Doss

Zoe DeYoung, Staff Writer • May 21, 2020

On April 17 our community lost senior Carieal “L” Doss. After transferring from Parkway Central midway into her junior year, she became known by teachers and peers for her jokes and infectious smile. As...

Giving advice during a timeout, Coach Melvin Bethany hopes to lead his team to victory. After coaching at West for 11 years Bethany plans to go to Lutheran St. Charles High School, taking on the role as Activities Director. “I'm sad to be leaving West, but I won't be leaving any students behind; I'll still stay in touch and make sure that they continue on a path for success,” Bethany said.

A farewell to Coach Bethany

Drew Boone and Tre Bell • April 1, 2020

Between all the sports, the average cost to play and to buy equipment is $275. Athletes have to spend not only their health and time but also their money or their families money.

The underlying price of high school sports

Michael Lolley, Staff Writer • March 3, 2020

Whether it is fees for a club team, equipment, travel, event admission or other sports costs, families can spend thousands of dollars on athletics. In addition to the cost of club sports, when kids reach...

Fighting to make a layup, senior forward captain Matt Loaney dribbles through Parkway Central's defense. Loaney and the boys basketball team have been selling items for the Coaches versus Cancer event to raise money for the American Cancer Society. "It’s a special event to play in, you're playing for something that’s bigger than yourself and it’s great to be in an atmosphere like that because of how much it affects other people,” Loaney said.

Boys basketball program brings a community together for one night of awareness

Tre Bell, Staff Writer • February 7, 2020

The boys basketball program prepares to play in a game that holds lots of emotions and tensions: Friday night at 7 p.m. kicks off the fight with Coaches versus Cancer game. “Our community continues...

While traveling with his daughter, Gianna Bryant, basketball legend Kobe Bryant's helicopter crashed, killing him, Gianna and seven others Jan. 26. Millions have been mourning the losses alongside the Bryant family.

Kobe Bryant: A legend to remember

Bri Davis, Staff Writer • January 30, 2020

All too soon, a legend was taken from us at the age of 41: Kobe Bryant. He was a five-time NBA champion, the Los Angeles Lakers all-time leading scorer and an idol for many. While traveling with his daughter,...

Dribbling behind the back, sophomore Sawyer Reidt sets up an open jump shot. In October, Reidt and a few friends had the idea to create a J League basketball team. “We were just looking for a way to hang out more at first,” Reidt said. “It turned into us making a whole team once the Mag1c Stairs first started. I’ve had so much fun with it, and I hope it becomes a tradition with our group of friends.”

Friendships, rivalries and fan accounts: A breakdown of basketball teams who play for the J

Michael Lolley, Staff Writer • January 23, 2020

Established in 1880, the  Jewish Community Center (the J), formally known as the Young Men’s Hebrew Association, has been a part of St. Louis’ history for decades longer than the Gateway Arch. One...

Shooting a free throw, senior Tia Reed plays basketball against Lafayette High School Jan. 7. With a final score of 32-59, Reed and her team had to adapt to sudden changes before the game. “I was feeling frustrated during this game because one of my teammates wasn’t playing because she was hurt, so I had to step up, and the freshman had to step up. We were all playing different positions [than usual],” Reed said. “My teammates and the fun team environment keep me motivated.”

Photo of the week – Jan. 6

Emma Caplinger, Arts and Entertainment Editor • January 10, 2020

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