The Official Student News Site of Parkway West High

Pathfinder
The Official Student News Site of Parkway West High

Pathfinder
The Official Student News Site of Parkway West High

Pathfinder
After a thrilling point, senior Katie Byergo and junior Elle Lanferseick high-five each other on Oct. 8. With teamwork and camaraderie, Byergo worked together in the game against Lafayette High School. “[Byergo’s] is really positive with a good spirit,” Lanferseick said. “I set her [the ball] and she hits it [or] gets the kill.”

Smashing records

Ruthvi Tadakamalla, Editor-In-Chief • 4 days ago

Shoes squeaking and eyes scanning the court, senior Katie Byergo smashes the volleyball into the court. Byergo earned her 1,000th kill of her high school career on Oct. 6 against Parkway South High School.  Soon...

Working hard and focusing on the game, juniors Katie Byergo, Leyton Usry, Annie Deckelbaum, Wade Patten and freshman Greyson Smith lock in on their sport. ¨I love home games because I can always feel the energy from the crowd,¨ junior Leyton Usry said.

Athletes to watch in the 2025-2026 season

Owen Ulmer, Staff Writer • May 21, 2025

Surrounded by teammates, junior Katie Byergo is coached by Susan Anderson during a team huddle between sets. Anderson told the team that their energy was lacking, and the team needed to start getting excited about every point. "Cheering on my teammates is something I love to do. Celebrating their success over mine- it's my team over myself," Byergo said.

Beyond the net

Maura Lottes, Social Media Manager • November 14, 2024

Jumping to the height of 10 feet and 3 inches, junior Katie Byergo hits the ball into the court, hoping to add to her near 800 career kills in high school volleyball. In third grade, Byergo was seen...