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Isaac Kreisler is an all around utility player who can play anywhere on the field. He strikes hitters out with a fastball that goes up to the mid-80s and pitches an almost unhittable slider.

Athlete of the month: Isaac Kreisler

By Cecilia Bernstein, Assistant Observations Editor June 8, 2023

One of the most valuable positions you can be in baseball is actually all of them. That’s why WCHS senior Isaac Kreisler is incredibly valuable to the WCHS varsity boys’ baseball team. Kreisler can...

At PG sportsplex, Welby runs in the regional 4x400m.

Athlete of the Month: Bradan Welby

By Melissa Redlich May 15, 2023

The buzzer goes off and Welby sets off around the track. His feet hit the ground and his arms start pumping. He and his team have just won first place in the Howard county winter festival 4x800m relay....

Starting quarterback, Justin Huebl, glances towards the football he just threw to a teammate. The WCHS football team finished with a successful season and made it to the state quarterfinals.

Athlete of the month: Justin Huebl

By Caitlin Murphy, Copy Editor May 15, 2023

Whether he is throwing a game-winning touchdown pass, diving into the pool or whipping the ball around the lacrosse field, Justin Huebl does it all. A three-sport athlete for WCHS, the senior plays football,...

To start the second half, senior captain Chelsea Calkins pulls up for a jumper against Gaithersburg High School. This was her first game of the season and they had a large lead in the first half.

Athlete of the month: Chelsea Calkins

By Jack Gans May 15, 2023

Basketball is not just about scoring points. It is also about everything else one does to help their team win through leadership, communication and of course blocks, assists, steals. Senior Chelsea Calkins,...

WCHS senior Rory Brookhart during a soccer game, with the Colgate logo showing his commitment.

Athlete of the Month: Rory Brookhart

By Vaughn Malamut, Online Editor December 2, 2022

Soccer has played a significant role in WCHS senior Rory Brookhart’s life. Brookhart has played for the WCHS boys’ soccer team for the past four years. He has led the team to great success and has...

Senior field hockey captain Jordan Lapidus corrals a wild pass in the corner of the field while attacking the goal in a game against Blair during the season opener.

Athlete of The Month: Jordan Lapidus

By Michael Demske, Sports Editor October 20, 2022

Jordan Lapidus does not like to brag about herself. Fans and teammates on the other hand, cannot stop. It is hard not to marvel when she bursts down the sideline to recover a wild drive or blasts a shot...

Athlete of The Month: Mariam Coulibaly

By Ela Jalil, Online Editor-in-Chief July 19, 2022

Holding an eight pound metal ball close to her neck, WCHS senior Mariam Coulibaly takes her stance in the throwing pit, facing away from her target and lifting one leg in the air. Gaining momentum, she...

WCHS senior, Justin Carney, has a big kill on his senior night, giving the team an even better advantage at beating Blake.

Athlete of the Month: Justin Carney

By Melissa Redlich, Features Editor June 9, 2022

Smashing the ball over the net, WCHS Senior Justin Carney watches the scoreboard click, increasing his team’s lead in the game. This happens again. And again.  Since his freshman year, Carney has...

Wrestling team captain, Jaden Selby, stands at the top of the podium after winning Most Outstanding Wrestler at the Grapple at the Brook tournament.

Athlete of the Month: Jaden Selby

By Justin Greenzaid, Sports Editor March 13, 2022

Jaden Selby does it all. The WCHS senior student-athlete is putting together an astounding wrestling season for the bulldogs right after capping off a phenomenal football season. Selby played quarterback...

Shooting guard Irene Haramis shoots a three-pointer during her freshman season. Despite not on court this season due to injury, Haramis looks forward to playing again at Dickinson College.

Athlete of the Month: Irene Haramis

By Jeremy Chung, Assistant News Editor February 13, 2022

The WCHS girls varsity basketball team is hard at work in the gym six days a week for two hours a day, even during days off of school. While most players practice free throws or three-point field goals,...

Senior, AJ Woehrle getting back on defense with his teamate. In hockey, team chemistry is the key to winning.

Athlete of the Month: AJ Woehrle

By Elijah Savett, Observations Editor January 4, 2022

From crack of dawn practices to late night matchups versus Wootton at Cabin John Ice Rink, WCHS senior and captain of the Varsity Hockey team AJ Woehrle is always trying to improve his game and be prepared...

Phoebe Qian and her teamates pose with their state finalist trophy and medals. She played a key role in their great finished as she shot a 77 in her final round.

Athlete of the Month: Phoebe Qian

By Michael Demske, Assistant News Editor December 8, 2021

For someone trying to find WCHS senior Phoebe Qian, a good place to look for her would be at a local golf course. Qian is one of the most well-respected golfers on the WCHS golf team and played a key role...

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