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Rory McIlroy wins the Masters

Rory McIlroy wins the Masters

Lindsay Robinson, Reporter April 17, 2025

Rory McIlroy (35 years old) won his first Masters this past week.   Rory played against 53 players and ended up in a tie with  Justin Rose. McIlroy beat Rose in a play-off, clutching the Masters...

Grace Diegel playing soccer for Plymouth Reign Green Team

Athlete of the week: Grace Diegel

Avery Kelley, writer April 15, 2025

This week's athlete is 7th-grade Grace Diegel. Let's find out more about her soccer career. Q: When did you start playing soccer? A: When I was ten. Q: Why did you start playing soccer? A:...

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Athlete of the Week: 8th grader Adrian Tucker

Rocky Nikollbibaj March 21, 2025

This week’s athlete is 8th grader Adrian Tucker.  Let’s learn more about his basketball journey. Q: What advice would you give to athletes coming up? A: “Never back down, never give up.” Q:...

2011 Little Caesars AAA hockey team

Drystan Thomas awarded MVP in Michigan 2011 State Championship

Rocky Nikollbibaj and Mohammad Badawi March 18, 2025

West player Drystan Thomas was tournament and final MVP leading the tournament in points with 16 points. West students on the 2011 Little Caesars AAA hockey team defeated the 2011 Oakland jr. Grizzlies...

Athlete of the Week: Charlotte Burke

Athlete of the Week: Charlotte Burke

Lindsay Robison and Berlin Jadallah March 14, 2025

This week's athlete is 7th grader Charlotte Burke.  Let's learn more about her basketball journey. Q: When did you start playing basketball? A: "Probably when I was 5." Q: Why did you start? A:...

West VS East Basketball Game

West VS East Basketball Game

January 10, 2025

 The West 7th-grade basketball team wins, despite the waxy gym floor. It was a very close game. West friend groups use home basketball games as an easy hangout opportunity. The West athletic director,...

Lions #1 in NFC after win against Vikings

Lions #1 in NFC after win against Vikings

A.T. and S.M. January 10, 2025

  This past Monday night, the Detroit Lions beat the Minnesota Vikings 31-9. Although they were off to a slow start in the first half, they got their offense moving in the second half and scored...

Fun Activities to do in the Winter

Fun Activities to do in the Winter

Lillian Andersen December 13, 2024

 Fun things to do in the winter!  Sledding, skiing, ice skating, and snowboarding are popular outdoor activities. Sledding is popular at Mcclumpha Park. It has a giant hill to sled down. Hines Park...

NFL Playoffs

NFL playoffs

Mike Whelan December 12, 2024

As the NFL playoffs approach, school excitement builds around potential matchups and predictions for the postseason. The Kansas City Chiefs, led by star quarterback Patrick Mahomes, are once again favorites...

USA Hockey Field Trip

USA Hockey Field Trip

Lillian Andersen December 3, 2024

     The USA Hockey field trip is on Wednesday, December 11th. Students will leave for the arena at 9:15 am and return to West at 2 pm.      They will serve a slice of pizza, chips, a bottle of...

Mike Tyson and Jake Paul Fight was a major disappointment

Mike Tyson and Jake Paul Fight was a major disappointment

Boden.F and Gabe Trost November 22, 2024

  One reason that people are disappointed is the age gap. Paul is 27 years old, and Tyson is 58, which is a 31 year age gap. Jake Paul is hated among the community, and is a youtuber that people...

Bulldog Brawl is Nov. 6-Sign up now!!!

Bulldog Brawl is Nov. 6-Sign up now!!!

A.T. and S.M. October 31, 2024

Bulldog Brawl is Nov. 6-Sign up now!!! The Bulldog Brawl will take place on November 6 at 3:20 p.m. after school. Kids will compete in volleyball and Newcomb tournament.  “The Bulldog brawl has...

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