Softball

May 3, 2013
Filed under News, Sports

  The Shawnee Mission West girl's softball team recently got a new coach. Coach Davidson has been coaching for many years for a multitude of different schools. With a fresh new coaching staff the team has had some hardships this season. "Adjusting to the new coaching staff has been a challenge... Read more »

Move Over LeBron?

Tyler Williams, Writer, Videographer
April 23, 2013
Filed under Sports

Many of you have seen the impressive mix-tape on youtube of Seventh Woods, a freshman who plays for Columbia (S.C.) Hammond School.  At 6-foot-1, 170 pounds, Woods has to be the best pound-for-pound boys basketball player in the Class of 2016. Woods averaged 19.3 points, 4.3 assists, 3.5 rebounds and... Read more »

Manchester United Kings Of England

Tyler Williams, Writer, Videographer
April 23, 2013
Filed under Entertainment, Feature, News, Sports

To those of you fond of English soccer, you may have heard Manchester United was declared the league winners of the Barclay's Premiere League yesterday with the 3-0 win against Aston Villa. This is Man United's 20th league title. For young or new players, this is their first title, while veteran Ryan... Read more »

National Women’s Soccer League

hess and foster
April 22, 2013
Filed under Entertainment, Feature, News, Sports

Professional Women’s League Kansas City is now home of “The Kansas City Blues”. The “Blues” are a part of the new National Women’s Soccer League.  The newly formed league features National Team stars such as Alex Morgan, Abby Wambach, and other noteworthy names. This being the first... Read more »

With March Comes Madness

March 23, 2013
Filed under Blogs, Opinion, Showcase, Sports

Even if you aren't a fan of basketball, it is very difficult to not be swept up in the mayhem that is March Madness.  In the past few days, college basketball has consumed my life, and I doubt I'm the only one. The crazy thing is, I have only watched 5 out of the 33 games played so far. I could follow... Read more »

Girls Soccer

March 12, 2013
Filed under Sports

As spring sports are rapidly beginning soccer all star, Sydney Miramontez talks about her excitement for this upcoming season. “I see us doing well in league and becoming stronger as the season progresses,” Miramontez said. The soccer program at Shawnee Mission West has been very successful... Read more »

Spring Sports Snubbed by Snow

March 11, 2013
Filed under Showcase, Sports

After several weeks of being surrounded by snow, that granted us more snow days than we could have ever hoped for, is finally beginning to melt. For those participating in spring sports, however, the snow meant more than just an excuse to miss school. It became a surprisingly oppressive obstacle for... Read more »

February 5, 2013
Filed under Multimedia, Sports, Videos

I'm not sure if you heard, but West just happens to be 6A State Champs! So in celebration West held the typical State Ring ceremony for Champions! And since this event was just for Parents and the players here is what you missed! A full video of the ceremony may be up soon for those who want to view... Read more »

Game Gallery: Boys Varsity Basketball

December 7, 2012
Filed under Multimedia, Photo Galleries, Sports

On November 30, the Boys Varsity basketball team played a tough game against Shawnee Mission Northwest.  The final score was 49-51.  An impressive game from Jay Temaat, senior, scoring 22 points, helped the Vikings to retain a close game. [nggallery id=48]

Taking State: Football Team Wins 6A State Championship

November 25, 2012
Filed under Game Recaps, Multimedia, News, Photo Galleries, Sports

[nggallery id=44] A long football season finally came to an end after 13 games today. The Vikings (11-1) final game the 6A State Championship against the Hutchinson Salthawks (10-2) was held in Topeka, KS. Led by the starting quarterback AJ Verdini and senior tailback Brett Sterbach, the Vikings were... Read more »