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The Student News Site of West Forsyth High School

The Zephyr

Dylan Williamson

Dylan Williamson, Sports Writer

Dylan Williamson is a senior and third-year sportswriter for the Zephyr. He looks forward to becoming a dentist or journalist in the future. He enjoys playing football, basketball, and runs track.

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Chaplin taking a rest on the bench during the Homecoming game against Glenn this past season.

Athlete of the Year: Caman Chaplin

Dylan Williamson, Sports Writer May 30, 2024

As if one record breaking season wasn’t enough, Titan running back Caman Chaplin put together an even greater season this year en route to being named the Male Athlete of the Year. Athlete of the Year...

Junior Jacari Brim in a state playoff basketball game against Mooresville, a potential Titan conference opponent under the new classification system. (Photo courtesy of West Forsyth Sports Marketing)

On The Rise: Titans moving to new 8A Classification

Dylan Williamson, Sports Writer May 30, 2024

The Titans will be among 32 schools that will make up the brand new 8A classification, placed among the state’s most populated and competitive athletic programs. North Carolina High School Athletic Association...

The girls lacrosse team taking a photo with both the CPC regular season and CPC tournament trophies. (Photo courtesy of @wfgirlslax on Instagram)

Newly-Crowned: Girls lacrosse emerges as conference champions

Dylan Williamson, Sports Writer April 29, 2024

The girls lacrosse team has consistently been one of the best teams in the state, and have lived up to their reputation yet again this year. They finished the regular season with an 18-1 record and went...

2024 girls soccer team.

Familiar Face in a Familiar Place: Jeffrey Williams begins first year as girls soccer head coach

Dylan Williamson, Sports Writer March 12, 2024

Coach Jeffrey Williams has a long-standing connection with Titan athletics, notably serving as the assistant coach for the girls soccer team for a decade. Following this tenure, he transitioned to the...

Girls basketball players cheering their teammates on from bench during regular season home game against East Forsyth.

[Photo] Nothing But Net: Girls basketball overcomes adversity

Sissy Hayes, Sports Writer February 26, 2024

Girls basketball players cheering their teammates on from bench during regular season home game against East Forsyth.

Junior guard Jacari Brim bringing the ball up the court during the regular season finale game against Mount Tabor.

[Photo] The Business of Winning: Boys basketball rides hot streak into postseason

Holden Schmidt, Sports Editor February 19, 2024

Junior guard Jacari Brim bringing the ball up the court during the regular season finale game against Mount Tabor.

Kaidy Stout.

Athlete of The Month: Kaidy Stout

Dylan Williamson, Sports Writer February 8, 2024

The swim team is known for producing elite athletes and having a handful of them go on to swim at the next level. Some notable names include Tucker Burhans (UNC Chapel Hill), Alex Valliere and Logan McDonald...

Senior linebacker Davion Eldridge flexing after making a play in football's first round 32-15 win over Ardrey Kell.

[Photo] An Apology to the West Forsyth Football Team

Ryan MacReynolds, Sports Writer November 14, 2023

Senior linebacker Davion Eldridge flexing after making a play in football's first round 32-15 win over Ardrey Kell.

Boys soccer team warming up ahead of their regular season finale matchup against RJ Reynolds, which the Titans won 2-1 in 2OT.

[Photo] Invincibles: Boys soccer rides impressive season into state playoffs

Daniel Figueredo, Sports Writer November 2, 2023

Boys soccer team warming up ahead of their regular season finale matchup against RJ Reynolds, which the Titans won 2-1 in 2OT.

2023 Girls Golf Team at the Grandover Resort Match.

Girls Golf on par for a successful season

Dylan Williamson, Sports Writer October 20, 2023

As the girls golf team steps up to the tee for the final match of the season, the seniors are one step closer to the end of their high school career. The focus now shifts to those going to regionals with...

Wackos show out for game against Glenn.

[Photo] Where the Titans go, the Wackos follow

Sissy Hayes, Sports Writer September 17, 2023

Wackos show out for game against Glenn.

Girls volleyball team huddling during match against Davie.

Digging In: Girls volleyball in midst of another great season

Dylan Williamson, Sports Writer September 29, 2023

With the mass exodus of seniors from last year's team, the girls volleyball team is revamping in hopes of bringing back the momentum from last season and building upon it. As a result, the team is counting...

Chaplin breaking into the open field during a run against Oak Grove.

[Photo] Athlete of the Month: Caman Chaplin

Holden Schmidt, Sports Editor September 27, 2023

Chaplin breaking into the open field during a run against Oak Grove.

West student section shows school spirit at football game.

[Photo] End the Era of Negativity: Beginning of a positively wonderful year

Madelyn Woodard, Opinion Editor September 26, 2023

West student section shows school spirit at football game.

Coach Wallace looking over his play sheet during the game against Oak Grove that the Titans would go on to win 40-29.

[Photo] Man On The Headset: Kevin Wallace in first season as Head Coach

Holden Schmidt, Sports Editor September 8, 2023

Coach Wallace looking over his play sheet during the game against Oak Grove that the Titans would go on to win 40-29.

Boys huddle up during game against Mt. Tabor.

Just a Different Kind of Football: Friday Night Fútbol returns

Dylan Williamson, Sports writer September 7, 2023

This Friday night attention will be turned to the varsity soccer team as the football team has a bye week. This will be the seventh annual Friday night Fútbol. It gives the players one game under the...

Athlete of the Year: Sydney Horton

Athlete of the Year: Sydney Horton

Dylan Williamson, Sports writer May 31, 2023

As spring sports have wrapped up their seasons, the Titan softball team has one last thing to celebrate before they get to begin their summer break: A very rare accomplishment by one of their players,...

Athlete of the Month: Luis Acevedo

Athlete of the Month: Luis Acevedo

Dylan Williamson, Sports Writer May 8, 2023

The Titan baseball team is widely known for producing talent, like Los Angeles Dodgers minor league pitcher Payton Martin or UNC committed pitcher Harrison Lewis. This year sophomore shortstop Luis Acevedo...

Swinging Into Action: Boys tennis prepares for season

Swinging Into Action: Boys tennis prepares for season

Dylan Williamson, Sports Writer March 14, 2023

The boys tennis team is hoping to live up to last year's season as undefeated conference champs. Filled with determination and dedicated players the team is ready to win. Last year's season was the strongest...

Titans swimmer Nathaniel Bhambri after an event

Just Keep Swimming: Titans swim team heads into final surge

Dylan Williamson, Sports Writer February 9, 2023

Kicking into the final lap, the swim and dive team looks to cap off a great season at the state meet. The boys placed 2nd behind Reagan, and the girls placed 3rd behind Reagan and R.J. Reynolds. The team...

‘Viva Futbol’: With U.S. out, staff and students lean on their backup options

Dylan Williamson, Sports Writer December 7, 2022

With the World Cup in full swing and the United States now being eliminated, students and staff have picked new teams to root for. “I’m rooting for Portugal because they have Ronaldo and he’s...

Snow speaking with his players.

[Photo] Remembering the Titan: Head Coach Adrian Snow stepping down

November 18, 2022

Snow speaking with his players.

Swinging into States: Lady Titans advance to states for second consecutive year

Swinging into States: Lady Titans advance to states for second consecutive year

Dylan Williamson, Sports Writer November 9, 2022

The girls golf team made their second consecutive appearance to the state championship last week Oct.24-25 after they placed third overall at regionals. Senior Mary-Paige King, junior Paige Sidney and...

Senior Yasmine Paige poses for a photo.

Athlete of the Month: Yasmine Paige

Dylan Williamson, Sports Writer October 19, 2022

Varsity field hockey is on a roll with leadership of senior midfielder Yasmine Paige. Not only is this a crucial part of her life, she is a crucial part of her team. Improving their morale and atmosphere....

Titans battle Lake Norman Wildcats during "Friday Night Futbol"

Kicking The Night Off: “Friday Night Futbol” returns

Dylan Williamson, Sports Writer September 21, 2022

With the varsity football team having a bye week last Friday, many students looked for an event under the lights as they headed to the Durwood Pack Soccer Stadium to cheer on the boys varsity soccer team...

We are the Champions: Varsity Cheer wins states for second year in a row

We are the Champions: Varsity Cheer wins states for second year in a row

Dylan Williamson, Sports Writer January 10, 2022

The Titans varsity cheer team are state champions for the second year in a row, officially earning the girls a ticket to Nationals in February at Disney World. Winning states is a major accomplishment,...

May the Course Be With You: Girls golf makes history

May the Course Be With You: Girls golf makes history

Dylan Williamson, Sports Writer November 16, 2021

The Titans ladies golf team made history this season when they placed second in regionals, which is the best finish the school has ever had. Performances from junior Mary Paige-King, sophomore Paige Sidney,...

Field hockey begins post-season

Field hockey begins post-season

Dylan Williamson, Sports Writer October 26, 2021

The varsity field hockey team had an unusual start to the 2021 season as they were without head coach Mike Bryant due to COVID-19. However, Bryant’s absence has allowed assistant coach Ann Marie Westmoreland...

Athlete of the Month: Alejandro Morillon

Athlete of the Month: Alejandro Morillon

Dylan Williamson, Sports Writer September 27, 2021

“La Pierna,” “The Leg,” whatever you want to call him, one things for sure: Alejandro Morillon can kick. Morillon’s boot stems from his background in soccer, but after playing since he was 7...

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