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The Official Student News Site of Parkway West High

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The Official Student News Site of Parkway West High

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Rallying for the point, junior Lindsey Anstrom plays during girls tennis senior night Oct. 1. Both JV and varsity defeated Eureka while honoring their seniors. “The season went by really quickly. This was the best season for me because I had my best friend, Gabrielle Oliver, as my partner, and we would just have fun on the court,” Anstrom said. “We would worry about the score, but we wouldn’t stress if we were losing. We did this handshake after each play, no matter if we won or lost the point; it was just a sign of sportsmanship and that we trusted each other.”

Photo of the week – Sept. 30

Sabrina Bohn, Managing Editor-in-Chief • October 4, 2019

JV tennis coach Audra Hartwell gives sophomore Betsy Weaver parade line up details before the Homecoming parade begins. Hartwell made a point to her players about having fun while also competing at a high level. “ I want tennis to be the best part of their day because it keeps them coming back,” Hartwell said. “I want them excited to come to practice or a match.”

Alumna Audra Hartwell returns to reverse roles from player to coach

Tre Bell, Staff Writer • September 24, 2019

Turning right at the stoplight into 14653 Clayton Road is not out of the ordinary.  Gearing up in Columbia Blue Longhorn apparel seems like an old habit. After a six-year hiatus from playing softball...

Red & Blue Night spirit

Nayeon Ryu, Video Editor • August 30, 2019

Sophomore Victor Ganev and senior Grant Young stand in a serve-receive position during a game against St. Louis University High School April 2. West lost 2-0, losing by only two points in the second set. “My favorite part about playing volleyball is serving or hitting because they are the only things that I can control. I can mentally prepare myself for my serve and focus on my hit so it goes where I want it to,” Ganev said.

Spring sports photo gallery

Irene Yannakakis, STAFF WRITER • May 20, 2019

2016 graduate Drew Bonnett and the late Joe Ross pose for a picture at a Parkway Swim Club swim meet. Bonnett and Ross swam together for many years and grew up as best friends. “Joe was a light of joy and laughter,” Bonnett said. “I loved him and respected him deeply.”

4. In memory of Joe Ross

Maria Newton, FEATURES EDITOR • January 30, 2018

Alumnus Joseph Alan Ross passed away on Jan. 20 at age 19, while studying economics at the University of Chicago. Joe, as he was more commonly referred to, graduated in the class of 2016 as the president...

After winning a point, seniors Dillon Youngberg and Kenji Yanaba encourage each other as double partners.

Tennis team ramps up for season

Grant Aden, SPORTS EDITOR • March 18, 2017

With winter transitioning into spring, members of the tennis team find themselves making the daily walk up to the courts with goals for the season. “I hope to get better, I want to make my serve harder...

Coach Jason Townsend talks to the girls varsity team before a round of matches.

Townsend retires from coaching tennis after 13 years

Grant Aden, SPORTS EDITOR • October 17, 2016

After 13 years of coaching, Jason Townsend is stepping down as the head coach of the girls tennis team. “It is a really difficult decision for me to step away from the kids and the parents and the...

On their road to state, juniors Ava Larson and Claire Martin competed against Lafayette's top State ranked double's team. "When Claire and I beat Lafayette in team districts, I think deep down we both knew we could do it; but it was awesome when we actually did it," Larson said.

Swinging to State

Allie Collins, Staff Writer • October 16, 2015
The Missouri State Tennis Tournament begins in Springfield, MO, today. For the second time in a row,West will be sending their top-ranked doubles team to the competition. Last time, it was alumni William Tong and junior Kenji Yanaba. This time, it will be juniors Claire Martin and Ava Larson playing for their own state title.
Tennis for a lifetime

Tennis for a lifetime

Grant Aden, SPORTS EDITOR • May 18, 2015

Stepping into a back hand, sophomore Kenji Yanaba returns the ball after sliding down the base line. Yanaba was ranked number two on the varsity team behind senior William Tong. " I started playing in...

Returning the ball, senior William Tong competes in his match against Rockwood Summit last year.

Boys Tennis preview

Claire Martin, Staff Writer • March 27, 2015
The boys varsity team hopes to build off their success from last season.
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