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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...

The Capital's home ice lit up in team colors. Photo Provided by Declan Forrest.

Ovechkin Nets 888, Washington the First Team to Hit 100 Points, Clinches Playoff Spot

Written by Declan Forrest, Broadcast Team March 26, 2025

Alex Ovechkin got the scoring started in the Nation's Capital on March 20, 2025, leading to the Capitals 3-2 decision over Philadelphia. For Ovechkin, it’s goal number 888, putting him just 7 shy...

Eagles fans Ms. Newbold, Mr. Hughes, and Ms. Pyle celebrate in the library. Photo provided by Lucca Marraccini.

Opinion: Woodgrove’s Sweet Super Bowl Victory

Written by Lucca Marraccini, Staff Writer March 25, 2025

 Super Bowl LIX made history with this game. It is the ending of another season of football, and it ended with the most-watched sporting event in the United States. Mr. Derek Hughes, an Eagles fan, said...

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...

The Washington Capitals huddled as a team on home ice.  Photo provided by Declan Forrest.

Chasing Lord Stanley and Gretsky: The Washington Capitals Aim for a Major Spring

Written by Declan Forrest, Broadcast Team March 25, 2025

For the past few months, Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders have commanded the attention of the DMV. Meanwhile, 68 Games into their 2025 campaign, Ovechkin and Company.sit above the rest, atop...

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,...

Woodgrove Swim Team practicing in the limited four-lane facility Round Hill Aquatic Center. Photo provided by Hudsyn Davies.

The Future of Purcellville Aquatics

Written by Ava Welsh and Hudsyn Davies March 24, 2025

For several years, swimmers from the Purcellville area have been forced into the same two facilities: Round Hill Aquatic Center and Ida Lee Recreation Center. At Round Hill, swimmers have to deal with...

The new cell tower next to the baseball field. Photo provided by Sophie Mason.

Connection or Charm: The Controversy

Written by Sophie Mason, Staff Writer March 24, 2025

Nestled in the rolling hills of Loudoun County is Woodgrove High School, built on a retired dairy farm. In years prior, the school’s baseball team enjoyed a full view of the Blue Ridge Mountains during...

Seniors Dylan Adu-Osei and Leland Ennis along with junior Owen Ngonga after their team banquet.

Weathering The Storm: How Weather Impacted This Indoor Track Season

Written by Braden Hart, Staff Writer March 21, 2025

Winter weather comes every year, and it can bring a mix of an unpredictable amount of snow, rain, and extremely low temperatures. This year, the Woodgrove Indoor Track team not only had to prepare for...

Ovechkin's jersey, where his nickname "The Great 8" comes from. Photo provided by Noah Goff.

How Alex Ovechkin is Single Digits Away from Greatness at Age 39

Written by Noah Goff, Broadcast Team March 17, 2025

Alexander Ovechkin (or Ovi) is only fingertips away from achieving a record deemed impossible to break. Ovechkin is 10 goals away from breaking the record for the highest career goals in the NHL, with...

USA hockey jersey. Photo provided by Noah Goff.

Recapping the Four Nations Face Off

Written by Noah Goff, Broadcast Team March 17, 2025

Over the days between February 12 and the 20, the NHL's best Swedish, Finnish, Canadian, and American players battled it out in the Four Nations Face Off, marking the first time since the World Cup of...

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