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The Oracle

West Springfield High School Newspaper

The Oracle

West Springfield High School Newspaper

The Oracle

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Senior Night is one of the last meets of the season, and one of coach Patrick Smith’s last meets ever.
Spartans bid goodbye to well-respected head coach Patrick Smith
Eli Biegler, Sports Editor • April 14, 2026

After four pivotal years as head coach of WS wrestling, coach and law and action teacher Patrick Smith is retiring. Smith changed the culture,...

“During weekly meets, I'm there to take splits and times for the swimmers and cheer everyone on,” said Em Coombs, swim team co-manager.
Managing to succeed: WS sports managers play key role
Whitney Moffa, Editor-in-Chief • April 14, 2026

This year alone, WS has won eight Patriot District championships, seven Occoquan Regional championships, and one state title thus far. However,...

Ilia Malanin, a Fairfax County graduate, at the Gold Medal Ceremony for Team Figure Skating
2026 Winter Olympics: a local rundown
Ahnaf Shah, Staff Writer • April 14, 2026

The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy brought together the world’s top athletes for 19 days of international...

“I never would have dreamed of an opportunity like this,” said Horner on her journey to NXN Nationals.
Horner shines at NXN
Jade Hanson, Copy Editor • March 29, 2026

Junior cross country athlete Allie Horner experienced what she described as “one of the most intense races” of her career as she competed...

The weight of the mat
The weight of the mat
Olivia Lang, Staff Writer • March 29, 2026

From the stands, wrestling looks like six minutes of controlled chaos. Two athletes collide, a whistle blows, and someone’s hand is...