Woodward’s Julia Nail – Teacher of the Month – Presented by Brian Cook & Kindra Brown Advance Real Estate Advisors
Woodward’s Julia Nail – Teacher of the Month For Julia Nail, this school year marks an exciting new chapter in her teaching career. After spending nine years in elementary education, Nail began her first year as a physical science teacher at Woodward High School. Her passion for learning and dedication to her students have helped make […]
Woodward Boomer Baseball – Presented by The Stock Exchange Bank
The Woodward Boomers baseball team enters the spring with a familiar blue‑collar mindset: compete on every pitch, learn from every game, and represent Woodward with pride. Anchored by a core of experienced upperclassmen and hungry underclassmen, the Boomers are determined to turn recent hard lessons into long‑term growth on the diamond. Recent seasons have brought […]
Woodward’s Graydon Pickard – Wrestling Spotlight Presented by Stephenson Insurance Center

For Woodward High School senior Graydon Pickard, wrestling is more than a sport; it’s a personal test he faces every day. Competing in the 106-pound weight class, Pickard has built a reputation for perseverance, humility, and an unmatched work ethic, all rooted in his constant drive to improve. “The desire to be better today than […]
Q&A with Woodward’s Yadira Reyes – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Stephenson Insurance Center
VYPE: What grade are you in, and what sports do you play? Yadira: I am a senior at Woodward High School. I play defender in soccer and recently finished my softball season as a utility player. Who is your favorite teacher from any grade? My favorite teacher is Mrs. Nail. She’s been my favorite during […]
Q&A with Woodward’s Harley Alexander – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Stride Bank

VYPE: What grade are you in, and what sports do you play? Harley: I am a junior at Woodward High School. I run the 400-meter, and I also compete in the long jump on the track team. VYPE: What has your sport taught you that makes you a better person? Harley: It taught me not […]
Woodward’s Madelyn Castor – Golf Spotlight
At Woodward High School, sophomore Madelyn Castor knows that success in golf isn’t just about hitting perfect shots; it’s about patience, composure, and learning to trust the process. As she continues her journey with the Lady Boomers golf team, Madelyn’s love for the game has grown alongside her appreciation for what it teaches her off […]
Woodward High School’s Reyna Baeza – Soccer Spotlight

Woodward High School’s Reyna Baeza Woodward High School’s Reyna Baeza has learned that believing in herself is just as important as any skill she shows in the midfield. Now a sophomore and a key part of the varsity soccer team, she credits the sport with helping her develop a mindset built on confidence and resilience. […]
Woodward’s Kaitlyn Culp – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Newman Memorial Hospital
At Woodward High School, junior Kaitlyn Culp has made herself known as both a powerhouse on the court and a steady competitor in the track ring. Balancing basketball and track isn’t easy, but Kaitlyn’s drive runs deeper than trophies or stats; it’s about playing for something bigger than herself. “My love for the game, my […]
Woodward’s Kyson Halley – Soccer Spotlight – Presented by Express Employment Professionals
When the whistle blows and the game clock starts ticking, Woodward High School senior Kyson Halley locks in with quiet intensity. Playing center forward, striker, and center mid, he commands the field with the kind of focus that only comes from pure passion. “What motivates me is my passion and love for the game,” Halley […]