Woodward’s Kevyn Medina – Soccer Spotlight – Presented by Stride Bank
Kevyn Medina is the kind of player who brings energy, grit, and purpose every time he steps onto the soccer field. A sophomore at Woodward High School, Medina anchors his team as both a center back and center midfielder, two positions that demand toughness, awareness, and leadership. For Medina, one moment stands out above the […]
Woodward High School’s Camryn Koch – Soccer Spotlight – Presented by ArcRite Manufacturing
Woodward High School’s Camryn Koch Senior goalkeeper Camryn Koch has grown up in the goal for Woodward High School, and she is determined to make her final varsity season her most confident yet. Koch, a senior, has been playing soccer for 15 years, a journey that began in early childhood and eventually led her to […]
Woodward High School’s Ava Miller – Soccer Spotlight – Presented by Miller Roofing
Woodward High School’s Ava Miller Ava Miller has spent nearly her entire life with a soccer ball at her feet, and the Woodward High School senior has grown into the kind of midfielder who connects more than just the front and back lines of a formation. She connects a team. Miller, a senior for the […]
Woodward High School’s Kristian Perez – Soccer Spotlight
Woodward High School junior Kristian Perez has grown up with a soccer ball at his feet, and now he’s the voice in the middle of the field for the Boomers’ varsity team. Perez, a center midfielder, has been playing soccer for 11 years and leans on one of the game’s greats for inspiration. “My favorite player is […]
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 […]