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The Voice of Wakefield High School

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The Voice of Wakefield High School

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The Wakefield women's soccer team comes together for a photo after a game. Coach Calabria has recently taken on the role of coach for the team. (Photo courtesy of Anthony Calabria)

Wakefield women’s soccer team reclaims their glory on the field

Yusha Ahsan and Abby Zimmerman March 21, 2025

On Thursday, March 6, Wakefield High School’s varsity girls soccer team won its first game this season, defeating Wake Prep Academy 9-0. Less than a week later, they again dominated on the field, winning...

The JV Stunt team fly into position at meet. These potentially risky stunts help secure them wins at competitions.

Girl’s Stunt: a team defying gravity

Jordan DeHart and Monroe Huckaby March 20, 2025

Cheerleaders are more than accessories to your favorite sports games. They are leaders and students, flyers and bases that work towards their own goals in competitive Stunt. These athletes train together...

Wakefield men's tennis team fosters an inclusive environment created by the three senior captains. The players shine on and off the court.

Wakefield men’s tennis rallies together for another conference championship run

Caroline Rhoad, Sports Editor March 18, 2025

Last spring, Wakefield High School’s men’s tennis team took first place in the conference. With an overall record of 13-4 and undefeated in conference play in the 2023-2024 season, the team proved...

The Wakefield boys golf team pose for a picture. The team shows camaraderie and commitment. (Courtesy of Men's Golf Team)

Wakefield men’s golf drives for success with strong relationships, practice

Elana Ruff and Cali Clark March 17, 2025

When thinking about team sports, golf isn’t typically the first thing to come to most people’s minds. For Wakefield, this year’s men’s golf roster and their coach are striving for success through...

The Wakefield girls' softball team pose for a photo before a game. They hope to keep increasing their wins for this season.

Wakefield softball swings for the fences every day

Jackie Regan and Amaya Thrasher March 14, 2025

Wakefield High School’s softball team, with a current record of 6-1, is readily preparing for another great season. Led by head coach Danny Inscoe, the Lady Wolverines are carrying their momentum from...

Rohama Gebremicheal wins conference wrestler of the year for the second year in a row! Her fellow teammates and coaches reflect on the past season and years with her on the wrestling team. (Photo Courtesy of Rohama Gebremichael)

Rohama Gebremichael wins conference wrestler of the year

Tenley Robinson, Photography Editor February 24, 2025

Throughout their high school years, student-athletes work hard to get stronger and better at their sport. Some even go above and beyond, allowing their efforts to become worth it in the end. For example,...

The Wakefield High School Varsity Cheer team celebrates after an impressive Nationals win. The team is overjoyed by their accomplishments this year and have high hopes for the future. (Photo Courtesy of Wakefield High School Varsity Cheer team)

Wakefield varsity cheer makes school history with first ever Nationals win

Gaby Sciaudone, News Editor February 10, 2025

On the weekend of Jan. 24 to 26, the Wakefield High School Varsity Cheerleading team competed for the very first time in the National Cheerleaders Association (NCA) High School Nationals in Dallas, TX....

Wakefield’s indoor track teams are hoping to grow both as athletes and as a team this season. They compete in many competitions across the state, and are striving for first place.

Wakefield’s indoor track team goes for gold

Gabriel Linnan, Co-Opinions Editor January 28, 2025

The men’s and women’s indoor track teams at Wakefield High School are practicing for perfection this season. These runners are committed to enhancing their performance, and indoor track is helping...

The women's basketball team plays an intense game during the Battle of the Bull. Schaffer can be seen getting ready to shoot the ball. Photo courtesy of Benedict.

Wakefield women’s basketball dribbles into their goals

Yusha Ahsan, Co-Editor-in-Chief January 27, 2025

With a current standing of 3-0 Conference and 12-3 Overall, the Wakefield’s women’s basketball team has opened the door for a successful season. The team is filled with like-minded and dedicated players...

Camaraderie has played a huge role in Wakefield wrestling’s success thus far this year. With the hot start the group has been off to, they continue to push towards their top goal of becoming state champions. (Photo courtesy Russell Williams.)

Wakefield wrestling takes to the mat hungry for growth in 2024

Seth Steiner, Co-Editor-in-Chief January 7, 2025

Wrestling, at its core, is one of the oldest sports in existence, being dated back over 5000 years. Yet, the sport has not only endured but even seen a resurgence in recent years, especially at Wakefield...

The mental preparation and focus are extremely vital to the success of Wakefield’s swim and dive. In the team's most recent meet, the swimmers and divers performed very well, equipping
certain mental techniques.

Mental preparation proves vital to the success of Wakefield swim, dive

Caroline Rhoad, Sports Editor January 6, 2025

This upcoming winter, the Wakefield swim and dive team is ready to compete and win big. However, these victories aren’t just from countless laps in the pool or hours of training on the board—they are...

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