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The Student News Source of West Branch Area High School

Warrior Watch
The Student News Source of West Branch Area High School

Warrior Watch
The Student News Source of West Branch Area High School

Warrior Watch
Ayden Gutierrez

Ayden Gutierrez, Editor-in-Chief

  • Senior
  • Quarterback on the Football team
  • Member of the Basketball and Baseball team
  • Class President
  • NHS President
  • I LOVE sports
  • I plan to study Journalism or Sports Broadcasting in College
All content by Ayden Gutierrez
Emma Morlock has been chosen as the Female athlete of Senior Spotlight of the week 1/25/21

[Photo] Female Athlete Senior Spotlight – Emma Morlock

Justin Mulhollem, Staff Writer
January 26, 2021

Emma Morlock has been chosen as the Female athlete...

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[Photo] Boys Basketball Season Preview 2021

Doug Kolesar, Staff Writer
January 15, 2021

This graduating class will go down in history. Goodbye, Class of 2020.

Class of 2020 says Goodbye

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
May 27, 2020

The last nine weeks of your senior year are arguably...

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Elishea Reed signed her leter of intent to play softball at Geneva. Pictured with her are her parents, Mr. Williamson, Head Coach Dan Betts, and Mr. Holenchik.

Elishea Reed Signs Letter of Intent to Play Collegiate Softball

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
February 27, 2020

Elishea Reed, the starting catcher on the Lady Warrior...

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Ayden Gutierrez celebrates with Kyle Kolesar as Camden Kopchik also celebrates the Warrior's victory against Mount Union.

Warriors Keep ICC Hopes Alive With OT Win Against Mount Union

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
February 5, 2020

With the ICC conference still on the line, the Warriors...

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Middle School STEM Students

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
January 28, 2020

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Ashley Mertz and Elishea Reed

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
January 28, 2020

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Eddie Dale, Thomas Kovalick and Dalton Kristofits

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
January 28, 2020

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Sara Sabol

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
January 28, 2020

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West Branch Rube Goldberg Projects

West Branch Rube Goldberg Projects

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
January 28, 2020

The Physics Class at West Branch had a Rube Goldberg...

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Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna sitting courtside at the 2019 WNBA All-Star Game.

West Branch Basketball Remembers Kobe

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
January 27, 2020

The start of 2020 has been filled with tragic news,...

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Ayden Gutierrez, surrounded by his family, Coach Hubler, and Mr. Williamson as he signs his letter of intent for Grove City College.

[Photo] Ayden Gutierrez Signs a Letter of Intent to Play College Football

January 23, 2020

Ayden Gutierrez, surrounded by his family, Coach Hubler,...

The school's logo sits at half-court on the new court design.

West Branch Athletics Gifted With New Gym Floor

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
January 17, 2020

The West Branch Area School District announced the...

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Food bank donations.

Food bank donations

The team celebrates with each other after completing their first victory of the season.

Warriors Open Season with Overtime Victory

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
December 11, 2019

Allport- When the third leading scorer in program history...

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The 2019-2020 Warriors look to make a run deep into the postseason.

Boys Basketball Season Preview

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
December 5, 2019

Usually when a team loses eight seniors, with four...

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Dalton Kristofits jumps to head the ball away from his opponent.

Boy’s Soccer

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
December 5, 2019

The Philipsburg Osceola Boys Soccer Team, which contains...

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Fall Sports Wrap-Up

Fall Sports Wrap-Up

Ayden Gutierrez, Eleyna Hanslovan, Trinity Prestash, and Kamryn MacTavish
December 5, 2019

It was yet another exciting fall sports season for...

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Inaugural Podcast with the Lady Warrior Soccer Team

THE WATCH: S1E1 Lady Warriors Soccer

Ayden Gutierrez, Editor in Chief
October 29, 2019

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The Warriors celebrate their second victory of the year as they stand at midfield.

Warriors Win in Night of Broken Records

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
October 16, 2019

Allport- On a night that saw multiple records shattered,...

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The Warriors and Blue-Devils clash at the line of scrimmage during last friday's contest.

Blue-Devils Rout Warriors 50-14

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
October 10, 2019

Bellwood- The Warriors knew that traveling to 10th...

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Taylor preparing for serve recieve.

[Photo] Female Athlete of the Week

Kamryn MacTavish, Staff Writer
October 8, 2019

Taylor preparing for serve recieve.

The West Branch captains walk onto the field for the captains meeting.

West Branch Gains First Victory in the Battle of the Warriors

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
October 2, 2019

Everett-- With three minutes to go in the game, West...

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The Warriors run through the banner as the band plays "Cherokee".

Comeback Effort Falls Short as Warriors Fall on Homecoming

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
September 26, 2019

Allport- So far this season, the Warriors have had...

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Ayden Gutierrez and Will Herring stand in the backfield as Gutierrez begins his cadence.

Glendale Running Game too Much for Warriors to Handle

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
September 20, 2019

Allport- The Glendale Vikings knew that they wanted...

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The Warriors stand in the huddle and await the play call.

Warriors Fall to 0-3 with Loss to Bulldogs

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
September 12, 2019

Claysburg-Kimmel- The Warriors traveled to Claysburg-Kimmel...

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The Field House has been a second home for the warrior football team for decades.

West Branch Football Field House No Longer Usable

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
September 4, 2019

After today's practice, the Warrior football team was...

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Travis Rothrock scored his first career touchown on his only reception of the night.

Warriors Lose Back and Forth Battle to Knights

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
September 2, 2019

Houtzdale- Friday Night's edition of the West Branch-Moshannon...

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The Warrior captains lead their team onto the field to begin the 2019 season.

Warriors Open Season With Tough Loss to Rival Mounties

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
August 28, 2019

When a team reaches the redzone four times and comes...

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Former Teacher Donates Baseball Equipment to South American Country

Former Teacher Donates Baseball Equipment to South American Country

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
July 24, 2019

Gary Miller, a graduate, former teacher, and wrestling...

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Sydney and her horse Duke round a barrel in a race. Dunlap won the barrel competition.

Saddle Up: Dunlap Spends Free Time In The Ring

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
May 28, 2019

Many students are involved in a wide variety of activities,...

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Cody Cox gets ready for the pitch in a game against Tyrone.

Male Athlete of the Week

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
May 15, 2019

Cody Cox has been selected as the Warrior Watch's Male...

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Lauren running the 200 meter dash.

Female Athlete of the Week

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
May 9, 2019

Lauren Timblin has been selected as the Warrior Watch's...

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Staff Member of the Month Barbara Neff poses with two of her biggest fans, Eddie Dale and Tommy Buck.

Staff Member of the Month

Ayden Gutierrez, Staff Writer/Editor
May 3, 2019

Barbara Neff has been selected as the Warrior Watch's...

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Eddie Dale frames a pitch during a game at Tyrone Area High School.

Male Athlete of the Week

Ayden Gutierrez, Staff Writer/Editor
May 1, 2019

Eddie Dale has been selected as the Warrior Watch's Male...

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Larry and Coach Clark pose for a picture after Larry scored his 1000th point during the final game of his Junior year.

Cowder and Clark Win Player and Coach of the Year Honors

Ayden Gutierrez, Staff Writer/Editor
April 8, 2019

Recently, the "Progressland High School Boys Basketball...

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Doug Kolesar delivers to a batter against Glendale at home.

Male Athlete of the Week

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
April 2, 2019

Doug Kolesar has been selected as the Warrior Watch's...

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The Warrior baseball letterwinners pose for a picture at Meet the Warriors.

Warrior Baseball Looks to Make a Statement with Young Roster

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
April 2, 2019

The 2017-2018 season ended with disappointment and...

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Survive and Advance: The Warriors will take on Lakeview tonight with hopes of moving on to the Sweet 16.

Warriors Look to Make a Statement in Clash with Lakeview

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
March 9, 2019

Coming off of a 2nd place District 6 Class 2A finish,...

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Trent drives to the basket during a JV game at Bellwood-Antis.

Male Athlete of the Week

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
March 5, 2019

West Branch sophomore Trenton Bellomy has been selected...

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Dalton Kristofits drives down the lane during a playoff game against United.

Male Athlete of the Week

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
February 27, 2019

West Branch Junior Dalton Kristofits has been selected...

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he bench goes berserk as Josh Guerra hits a jump shot late in the 4th quarter.

Warriors Dominate United to Clinch State-Tournament Bid

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
February 24, 2019

Allport- As noted earlier in the week, the Warriors...

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Coach Clark addresses the team during a timeout during a home game against Mount Union.

Warriors Look to Play Deep Into the Postseason Behind Experience and Depth

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
February 20, 2019

Allport- West Branch finished the Regular Season at...

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Male Athlete of the Week

Male Athlete of the Week

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
February 15, 2019

Matt Fluck has been selected as the Warrior Watch's...

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Male Athlete of the Week

Male Athlete of the Week

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/Editor
February 6, 2019

West Branch Wrestler Josh Cantolina has been selected...

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John Arnold shoots a free-throw against St. Mary's.

Male Athlete of the Week

Ayden Gutierrez, Author/ Editor
January 31, 2019

West Branch Basketball Player John Arnold has been...

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Will Herring (Black) takes down a Mount Union wrestler (Blue).

Male Athlete of the Week

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
January 22, 2019

West Branch Wrestler Will Herring has been selected...

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The team celebrates with Coach Clark after the game.

Coach Clark Wins His 100th Game as Warriors Beat Golden Tide

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
January 18, 2019

Allport- West Branch Head Coach Danny Clark won his...

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Tyler Denochick locks in a cradle against Carsyn Good of Mo Valley.

Male Athlete of the Week

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
January 16, 2019

West Branch Wrestler Tyler Denochick has been selected...

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West Branch's David Guerra

Male Athlete of the Week

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
January 9, 2019

David Guerra has been selected as the Warrior Watch's...

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Sophomore Trenton Bellomy scored 18 points against the Black Knights

Warriors Ride Winning Streak Into New Year, Down Black Knights

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
January 7, 2019

West Branch went into the Christmas break having won...

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Male Athlete of the Week

Male Athlete of the Week

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
December 19, 2018

Larry Cowder has been selected as the Warrior Watch's...

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West Branch Students Take Part in Deer Season

West Branch Students Take Part in Deer Season

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
December 18, 2018

To many, Deer Season is a time when families gather...

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Warriors Open the Season on a Rough Note, Lose First Two Games

Warriors Open the Season on a Rough Note, Lose First Two Games

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
December 12, 2018

After coming into the season with high expectations,...

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Warrior Basketball Team Looks to Improve from Last Season's Playoff Berth

Warrior Basketball Team Looks to Improve from Last Season’s Playoff Berth

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
December 5, 2018

The 2017-2018 Varsity Basketball Season turned out...

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West Branch Hosts Veterans Breakfast

West Branch Hosts Veterans Breakfast

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
November 13, 2018

West Branch Area High School said "Thank You" to the...

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Warriors Bounced out of District Tournament

Warriors Bounced out of District Tournament

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
November 7, 2018

Richland- The Warriors knew that if they could somehow...

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Male Athlete of the Week

Male Athlete of the Week

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
November 6, 2018

West Branch offensive guard/defensive end Terry Smeal...

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Día de Los Muertos

Día de Los Muertos

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
November 2, 2018

West Branch Students took part in the celebration of...

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Male Athlete of the Week

Male Athlete of the Week

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
October 31, 2018

Jake Shaw has been selected as the Warrior Watch's...

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Lady Warrior Volleyball Runs into Playoffs with High Hopes

Lady Warrior Volleyball Runs into Playoffs with High Hopes

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
October 30, 2018

The #3 seeded Lady Warrior Volleyball team (21-3) looks...

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Warriors lose to Juniata Valley, Clinch Playoff Berth

Warriors lose to Juniata Valley, Clinch Playoff Berth

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
October 29, 2018

Alexandria- West Branch went into the half with a total...

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Male Athlete of the Week

Male Athlete of the Week

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
October 23, 2018

West Branch running back/linebacker Derek Yingling...

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Warriors Lose in Triple Overtime Thriller

Warriors Lose in Triple Overtime Thriller

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
October 21, 2018

Allport- There is a popular saying that goes, "Records...

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Missing From Photo- Sara Sabol

Warrior Cross Country records multiple PR’s at ICC meet

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
October 20, 2018

Mount Union- Every single Warrior that participated...

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Male Athlete of the Week

Male Athlete of the Week

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
October 17, 2018

West Branch kicker and Soccer player Kyle Godin has...

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Warriors Bounce Back in Dominating Fashion

Warriors Bounce Back in Dominating Fashion

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
October 15, 2018

Williamsburg- After suffering back to back losses,...

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Warriors fall to Bellwood, 49-0

Warriors fall to Bellwood, 49-0

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
October 11, 2018

Allport- While West Branch went into the half having...

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Male Athlete of the Week

Male Athlete of the Week

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
October 11, 2018

West Branch Senior wideout Josh Cantolina has been...

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Female Athlete of the Week

Female Athlete of the Week

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
October 3, 2018

West Branch center midfielder Jen Adams has been selected...

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The Warriors march onto the field ahead of their matchup against the Warriors of Everett.

Mistakes prove costly as Warriors lose to Everett

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
September 30, 2018

Allport- The Warriors of West Branch fell to the Warriors...

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Male Athlete of the Week

Male Athlete of the Week

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
September 25, 2018

West Branch Cross Country runner Jacob Stagi has been...

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Lady Warriors Undefeated at Warrior Blast

Lady Warriors Undefeated at Warrior Blast

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
September 25, 2018

Allport- The Lady Warrior Volleyball Team swept through...

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Warriors Use 2nd Half Surge to Top Trojans, 21-20

Warriors Use 2nd Half Surge to Top Trojans, 21-20

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
September 21, 2018

Mount Union- The West Branch Warriors used a strong...

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Yingling Surpasses 1000 Yards on the Year

Yingling Surpasses 1000 Yards on the Year

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
September 21, 2018

West Branch running back Derek Yingling eclipsed 1000...

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Male Athlete of the Week

Male Athlete of the Week

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
September 18, 2018

West Branch running back Derek Yingling has been chosen...

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Warriors Get Back on Track, Beat Glendale 34-14

Warriors Get Back on Track, Beat Glendale 34-14

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
September 15, 2018

Flinton- The West Branch Warrior Football Team used...

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Claysburg-Kimmel Hands Warriors Their First Loss of Season

Claysburg-Kimmel Hands Warriors Their First Loss of Season

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
September 8, 2018

Allport- After winning their first two games of the...

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Lady Warriors Defeat Rival Bellwood-Antis 3-0

Lady Warriors Defeat Rival Bellwood-Antis 3-0

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
September 7, 2018

Bellwood-Antis-- The Lady Warrior Volleyball team used...

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Warriors 2-0 For First Time Since 2011

Warriors 2-0 For First Time Since 2011

Ayden Gutierrez
September 2, 2018

Allport- The Warriors and Knights each got off to a...

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Warrior Football

Warriors Score 32 Unanswered to Top Mounties

Ayden Gutierrez, Author
August 26, 2018

Philipsburg -- Down 14-0 to rival Philipsburg-Osceola...

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