Highlanders Fall to Warriors 2-1

Game one of the Area series for the Warriors went in their favor as the girls took down the Woodlands lady Highlanders 2-1. Senior pitcher Haylee Staton struck out 8 and had an RBI while sophomore left fielder Emily Mayfield went 3-for-3 with an RBI.

Read more about the game (courtesy of the Courier of Montgomery County).

The Warriors take on the Highlanders in game 2 on Saturday at 2:00 pm.

Faces of the Field: Westwood's Haylee Staton

Senior pitcher Haylee Staton was featured in this Friday's issue of the Austin American Statesman. Here is part of her interview:

Now that you're in the second round of the playoffs, what has been the key to the team's success?

The secret is going 100 percent the whole game, and when we get behind, to never give up — and we will be OK.

What's your favorite softball memory?

The day I was told that UTSA wanted to offer me a full ride to play for them, and then the day I called coach (Lori) Cook and committed. It was such a great feeling to know that I had found the school for me and was going to get to fulfill my dream of playing Division I softball.

Read more of Haylee's interview.

Warriors Take Wildcats in Two, Advance to Area

Monday night, Westwood took down the Cy-Creek Wildcats in two games to become Bi-District Champions and andvance to Area playoffs. In game one, senior pitcher Haylee Staton struck out seven and hit her sixth homerun of the year to help lead the Warriors to their 3-2 win over the Wildcats. Senior centerfielder Megan Stockberger had a double while freshman Jordan Poole went 2-for-2 with an RBI.

Game two proved to be a run for the seniors, with Staton, Stockberger and senior shortstop Emily Prehoda all hitting doubles. Staton went 3 -for-4 while striking out 8, and Stockberger went 4-for-4 with two doubles and two RBIs to lead the Warriors to their 4-3 win over Cy-Creek.

The Warriors advance to take on the Woodlands this Thursday at A&M Consolidated to compete for the Area championship.

Warriors Scrimmage With Westwood Faculty

To pass the time of the long wait because of the Swine Flu, the Westwood Softball team split up, added a few members and played against each other in a heated competition! Head Football Coach Anthony Wood (OF), Head Softball Coach Tiffany Gates (2B) and Head Track Coach Kim Payten (OF) played on Team D (Domination), Junior Principal Matt Groff (2B) and Assistant Coach Lauren Myrick (1B) played on Team Camo. Team D was made up of the following Westwood Softball players: Sabrina Cortez, Emily Prehoda, Jaime Bogues, Sam Wallace, Nicole DeLisle, Jordan Poole, and Jonelle Feikis. Team Camo was made up of: Emily Mayfield, Haylee Staton, Kayla Brandvold, Jenna Welch, Megan Stockberger, Danielle Durham, and Ellen Stuart.

It was a fun, competitive day for the Warriors and they all look forward to taking on the Cy-Creek Wildcats on Monday, May 11 at 5:00pm at A&M Consolidated.
Game 2: 30 minutes after game 1.
Game 3: Tuesday at 5:00pm if needed.

UIL Schedules Altered Due to Swine Flu

We will not be participating in any softball games until May 11 due to the Swine Flu outbreak and death in Texas.
We will practice as long as school is in session. If they shut down our school district then we will not be able to practice as a team. The softball playoff format will be: Bi-District and Regional Quarter Finals will have the option to have a 2-3 series. Area and Regional Finals will be 1 game only. They are trying to keep the State Tournament the same weekend as originally planned.

We will now be playing May 15th and 16th. We cannot compete in any games until May 11.

Thank you for all of your support and understanding during this time of a state and national crisis, your daughter's health is the upmost important concern to our staff, our school district, and the state of Texas.

Warriors Finish Third, Beat First Place Vista Ridge

Last night Westwood finished off district play with an exciting game against the district 16-5A champions Vista Ridge, winning the game 4-3. Seniors Haylee Staton and Emily Prehoda both slugged their fifth homeruns of the season, while Staton went 2 for 3 along with a double.

Read more about the game (courtesy of the Round Rock Leader).

The Warriors finished third in district and will begin their 2009 post-season next week. Go Wood!

Warriors Beat Timberwolves, Take Third

Last night Westwood beat the Cedar Park Timberwolves 2-0 to take sole posession of third place in district 16-5A. Senior pitcher Haylee Staton threw a 1-hitter, striking out 10 batters and slugging her fourth homerun of the season.

The Warriors will take on Vista Ridge Friday to complete their 2009 regular season schedule. Game begins 7:30 at Vista Ridge High School.

Final Home District Ball Game With Seniors

Tonight is a very special night. Not only does Westwood have to beat Cedar Park tonight to secure a play-off position, the Seniors are sharing their last district home game at the Warrior Softball field. The Warriors have won the last four district ball games to keep them in the race and the Seniors have been a huge part of the success.

Here is a small blog about how special these 3 senior girls are to head coach, Tiffany Gates.

"Emily Prehoda has been the bright light in my 8 years of coaching. I have never seen a kid work so hard to reach her dream of getting into an Ivy League school and continuing her softball career at Kenyon College! She always brings laughter and intensity to practice-a great combination from a very versatile athlete. Emily has taken on the role of shortstop after playing outfield for me for the last two years. Her dedication and willing to take on this role shows her passion for the game and her athletic ability to step up as immediate leader. She is the epitome of a team player.  Emily will do great things in life; she will be very successful in everything she does"

"Haylee Staton is an amazing athlete with incredible talent. She brings an immediate force with her speed and offensive/defensive skills. She has stepped in a huge role as the starting pitcher for us. I am so proud of her for working on her weaknesses and fine tuning her strengths to keep us in the fight for the play-offs. Coaching Haylee the last four years has been an amazing experience. I will miss her intensity and her competitive drive in practice and in games. Haylee's knowledge of the game has developed and prepared her for the next level at the University of Texas-San Antonio. I see Haylee setting records and I look to see her become the next Southland Conference Freshman of the Year."

"When think about dedication and the Heart of a Warrior, I think of starting center fielder, Megan Stockberger. She came back from a broken ankle her freshman year to becoming my starting center fielder for the last 3 years. Although she has chosen to not further her career in the game of softball-she has given me all she has over the last 4 years. She not only is the most consistent outfielder I have ever coached at Westwood, she makes very hard catches look incredibly easy. She works just as hard in practice as she does in a game and her passionate efforts have been proven effective. Megan will create great things for herself, because of her outstanding work ethics."

"This group of seniors are very special to me. I stepped into the Westwood program in the fall of 2005 and had the privilege to start off my career here with the "The 3 Amigos!"
They will always be close to my heart because of their consistent dedication, loyalty, commitment, and heart."

Warriors Dominate Mavericks

Monday night, Westwood took a trip to McNeil High School to continue their quest towards the post season. The Lady Warriors took down the Mavericks in an impressive 12-1 victory. Sophomore first baseman Jonelle Feikis and freshman third baseman Jordan Poole both went 3 for 4 during the nights game.

Westwood will take on Cedar Park at the Warrior Softball field Tuesday evening to secure their spot in the 2009 state playoffs.

Battle for Playoffs Continues

Last night Westwood earned an important win against the Georgetown Eagles to come a step closer to playoffs and increase their district record to 5-6. Senior pitcher Haylee Staton threw a one-hitter and went two-for-three in the nights game. The Warriors are currently tied with Round Rock and Cedar Park for the final two spots in the post season.

Meet the Warriors this Friday at McNeil High School as they take on the Mavericks at 7:30.

Warriors Take Down Lions, Fight for Playoffs

Last Thursday Westwood took down the Leander Lions in a must-win battle to help keep them on the path towards the 2009 state playoffs. Senior pitcher Haylee Staton's 3 run homerun in the top of the 7th inninng gave the Warriors their 4-1 victory over the Lions.

Read more about the game (courtesy of the Round Rock Leader).

Come out tonight and help support the Lady Warriors as they take on Georgetown and fight for their spot in playoffs. The game starts at 7:30 at Westwood, and it 's teacher appreciation night so come and support your teachers too!

Gates Earns 200th Win Against Round Rock

Head coach Tiffany Gates collected win no. 200 against the Round Rock Dragons Tuesday night. Senior pitcher Haylee Staton threw a no hitter striking out 9 batters and went two for three with a double to help lead the Warriors to their 3-0 win over the Dragons. Senior center fielder Megan Stockberger went two for two with a double, while junior catcher Daniele Durham also doubled in the nights game. Good job girls and Congratulations Coach!! 

Read more about the game (courtesy of the Round Rock Leader).

The Warriors next game is Thursday night at 7:30 at Leander.

Prehoda Continues Softball Career at Kenyon

Senior Emily Prehoda will be continuing her softball career at Kenyon College in the Fall of 2009. Emily has been a part of the Westwood Varsity Softball team for 4 years and as a junior was named 1st Team All-District and Offensive Player of the Year.

In addition, in 2006 Newsweek selected Kenyon College as one of twenty-five "New Ivies" on the basis of admissions statistics as well as interviews with administratiors, students, faculty and alumni. Congrats Emily!

Senior Signing: Haylee Staton

Photos by Cliff Coats
Senior pitcher/shortstop, Haylee Staton signed her letter of intent today. She will recieve a full ride to play for the University of Texas- San Antonio. Haylee is a four year varsity starter and has been named the following: As a freshman, 2006 Newcomer of the Year, 1st Team All-District Centerfielder and team Offensive Player of the Year. In 2007 as a sophomore, she was named by her team as Offensive Player of the Year. Staton was named along with teammate Brittany Mack to CenTex Sportswriter's 1st Team, and 1st Team All-District 2nd basmen. It will be exciting to see Haylee lead the Warriors in defending their back-2-back district championship.

Dell Children's Medical Center Visit

Thank you for your support and contribution towards Dell's Children's Hospital and Westwood Softball, you are greatly appreciated!

The upperclassmen of the Westwood Softball team visited Dell's Children's Hospital during their athletic block on Wednesday, Nov. 12. While visiting, they met many of the kids and designed t-shirts and door hangers with them. This event allowed many of the athletes an opportunity to give back to the community, while making a connection with each kids they met.

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