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The Woodgrove Outlander

Brynne Griffith celebrates with her team after a CLBL win. Photo provided by Brynne Griffith.

Unveiling the True Spirit and Purpose of Youth Sports

Written by Zac Hartley, Staff Writer April 10, 2025

Two basketball leagues are showing people the true meaning of the sport. The Western Loudoun Basketball League (WLBL) and the Central Loudoun Basketball League (CLBL) are two similar basketball leagues...

Photo of Matas Pausvaski playing recreational basketball. Photo provided by Matas Pausvaski.

Exchanging into American Sports

Written by Hudsyn Davies, Staff Writer April 9, 2025

Since Woodgrove opened its doors 15 years ago, exchange students from everywhere have been welcomed with open arms. The students have come from Germany, Spain, Lithuania, Japan, and more. This year, Woodgrove...

The Belletones presenting a Valentine. Photo provided by Delila Norris.

Redesign Your Valentines

Written by Delila Norris, Staff Writer April 5, 2025

Striking a chord in your Valentine's heart with the sound of song, Woodgrove’s Belletones travel the halls, sharing the harmonies of the Backstreet Boys and Elvis Presley. For just three dollars, you...

Freshman Jackie Shaw performs “Ballad of Jane Doe” from Ride the Cyclone the night of Desserts on Broadway. Photo provided by Vivien Wohlfeil.

Let Them Eat Cake: Desserts on Broadway

Written by Justin Naugle and Vivien Wohlfeil April 5, 2025

There’s something sweet in the school of Woodgrove. Desserts on Broadway, a fundraiser for the choral program, presents choir students with the opportunity to showcase their individual talents with either...

Gianna Russo sings “Cleopatra” by the Lumineers at an open mic with musician Brad Horan. Photo provided by Gianna Russo.

Just a Girl and Her Guitar: Gianna Russo Strums Her Way Through Life

Written by Honor Watson, Online Editor April 5, 2025

At the age of eight, Gianna Russo picked up a guitar for the first time. Not long after, she started writing lyrics to accompany the chords. Now, ten years later, Gianna Russo is a senior with the goal...

Jordan Smith and Kristian Holland rehearse for the musical “Into The Woods,” performed by the brand new musical theater class. Photo provided by Xander Bush.

Musical Theater, You’re Gonna Be Popular!: Musical Theater Involvement Reaches New Heights

Written by Lilian Dougherty and Ava Welsh April 3, 2025

Between the viral “Defying Gravity” riff, A-List celebrities hitting the Broadway stage for the first time, and even vocal coaches telling their students to “raise your ya ya ya” being used in...

Woodgrove PTSO president Nathalie Metzler and another volunteer serving food and drinks for staff in concessions. Picture provided by Nathalie Metzler.

Behind the Scenes of the PTSO

Written by Shaelyn Wheeler April 3, 2025

Schools including Woodgrove have an organization called the PTSO, the Parent, Teacher, and Student Organization. The PTSO is a group of students, parents, and teachers. Woodgrove students may have heard...

Performers Steve Heaton, Katie Dunn, Bob Garman, and CeCi Stephens all play the game Text-A-Play. Photo provided by Justin Naugle.

How They Ham it Up with the Audience: Last Ham Standing

Written by Justin Naugle, Staff Writer April 1, 2025

On March 1, 2025, people came to the Franklin Park Arts Center for a chance at catching the comedy show Last Ham Standing. Last Ham Standing is a skit-based improv comedy show that was started in 2003....

Isaiah Washington, Cole Latham, and Cole Mohler smile with their arms crossed. Picture provided by Physical Education teacher Mr. Jason Toton.

Fun and Inclusion in Unified PE Day

Written by Shaelyn Wheeler March 25, 2025

  On December 6, Woodgrove High School had their annual Unified PE Day from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This event brought different clubs around Woodgrove together. It was for any students with disabilities...

Heather Donahue and Cello share a smile at the Catty Corner Cafe. Photo provided by Vivien Wohlfeil.

Up Close and Purr-sonal: Catty Corner Cafe

Written by Vivien Wohlfeil, Online Editor March 24, 2025

Located in the Leesburg Historic District, an intimate two-story cafe often catches the eyes of passersby. Those who enter are greeted on the main floor by a miniature cafe and cat-themed shop. However,...

Josh Hickman, a Woodgrove wrestler, attempts a guillotine toward the end of the match at Washington Elite tournament at Washington High School. Photo provided by Josh Hickman.

Got Brain Damage?: Increasing the Awareness for Concussions

Written by John Hays and Brodie Carley March 24, 2025

Annually, roughly 300,000 sports-related traumatic brain injuries occur in people aged 15 to 24 in the United States, with an overwhelming majority being concussion. A concussion is a type of traumatic...

Elliott at Raymond James Stadium with his fellow All-Americans after practice. Photo provided by Denver Elliott.

All-American Denver Elliott Dominates in Tampa

Written by William Den Herder and Zac Hartley March 24, 2025

  From a fifth grader joining his local football league to an All-American playing in the famous Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, senior Denver Elliott has led a decorated career through grit,...

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