Alexys Hairston – The Zephyr

Alexys Hairston, Sports Writer

Alexys Hairston began writing for the Zephyr as a transfer as a sports writer during her junior year of high school. She transferred to West Forsyth from Hidden Valley High School located in Roanoke, Virginia. Hairston hopes to continue writing and major in sports journalism or sports medicine at the University of Alabama. During her free time Hairston likes to listen to music and hang out with friends. She is extremely outgoing and bubbly. Hairston hopes to continue to write for the Zephyr sports staff as a senior.

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All Fun in Games: Wii Sports is for everyone

Alexys Hairston, Sports writer • November 18, 2019

Wii has changed the lives of many, providing entertainment and fun for families across the world. Not only providing leisure and relaxation, Wii Sports has a boat load of physical benefits for anyone trying...

Slam Dunk: Girls basketball team headed to state championship

Alexys Hairston, Sports writer • March 12, 2019

As just the second team in West Forsyth High School history to make it to finals, girls basketball is driving closer toward its goal of winning a state championship. “It feels great [to be part of...

Soccer team uses last year’s early playoff loss as season motivator

Alexys Hairston, Sports writer • February 26, 2019

For the girls soccer team, the 2019 season is about proving they have what it takes to put another state trophy on the shelf. After 2017’s state championship, last year’s disappointing postseason is...

Athlete of the Month: Ethan Wright

Alexys Hairston, Sports Writer • February 4, 2019

With a will to win and a drive to be the best at everything he does, senior Ethan Wright takes the mat every match and puts his all into every second. “Ethan is just totally committed and involved...

Cheerleading: Not all pyramids are built in Egypt

Alexys Hairston, Sports Writer • January 3, 2019

Having freshmen on the West Forsyth varsity cheer squad was virtually unheard of before 2015. Now a senior, Alaina Withers changed West Forsyth history by being one of the first freshmen ever to make varsity...

Winter Sports Outlook: West suits up for the new season

Casey Griffith, Max Goren, Alexys Hairston, Sean Raines, and Claire Skinner • December 10, 2018

Sport: Girls basketball Head Coach: Brittany Cox Captains: Callie Scheier, Destiny Griffin, Brooke Schaffer and Catherine Byun Undaunted by losing some seniors from previous seasons, the girls...

Athlete Of The Month: Trae Archie

Alexys Hairston, Sports Writer • October 24, 2018

Stepping onto the football field every Friday night is an experience of a lifetime. For senior Trae Archie, this dream has turned into his reality. Trae Archie, a wide receiver, has been on the football...

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