The Pitch

Athletes of the issue: Transfers elevate boys’ basketball

January 22, 2020

An athletic and life reset: Senior Mikel Fornwald, a newcomer to Walter Johnson, has quickly become one of the anchors of the boys’ varsity basketball team. “He’s willing to do whatever it takes for the team to win....

Senior Jenna Goldberg wins first place at the 2019 Great American XC Festival. Goldberg beat the course record with a time of 17 minutes and 28 seconds.

Athlete of the issue: Senior Jenna Goldberg sprints to state victory

December 7, 2019

Senior Francesco Sani posing in his USA volleyball jersey.

Athlete of the issue Q&A: Volleyball Star, Francesco Sani

October 4, 2019

Seniors Deji Onitri (left) (Division I Soccer, Gardner-Webb University), Makel Rasheed (center) (Division II Soccer, University of Indianapolis), and Chris Manguelle (right) (Division III Football, Stevenson University) prepare to sign their letters of intent to play athletics at the collegiate level.

“Hey look ma, I made it”

June 11, 2019

Senior Hank Roll passes to a teammate in a game against RM. RM would later be disqualified from playoff contention.

Athlete of the Issue Q&A: Senior Hank Roll

February 8, 2019

Freshman goalie Joseph Lawrence prepares for a shot in a game against Richard Montgomery on January 11, 2019. The Ice Cats won the game 5-3 with Lawrence saving 38 of the 41 shots in the game.

Freshman standout Joseph Lawrence stars

February 8, 2019

Junior Quinn Mulligan warms up for the game against BCC with a skate around. Mulligan had one goal and three assists for a game high four points, leading the Icecats to a 6-5 victory over rival BCC.

Athlete of the issue: Icecats’ Mulligan excels

November 30, 2018

U-20 US Men's National Team striker and Walter Johnson alumnus Jeremy Ebobisse looks for a pass during an international friendly against Costa Rica. The US won 4-0.

Sports profile Q&A with alumnus Jeremy Ebobisse

October 26, 2018

Junior Ethan Opdahl keeps the ball away from a Blair defender. Although the team has struggled, Opdahl has been a bright spot, helping to keep the Wildcats competitive. Already a captain as a junior, Opdahl supplies guidance for younger players both on and off the field. He is defensive stalwart for the ‘Cats, and has already committed to play Division 1 lacrosse for the Bucknell University. The season has certainly had its ups and downs. The team has had exhilarating victories like an 11-10 win over Springbrook and some poor losses like an 18-2 blowout loss against Churchill High School. But as long as Opdahl is anchoring the defense, the ‘Cats have a chance to win. Photo courtesy of Lifetouch Studios.

Players who have sprung into action

April 26, 2018

Varsity baseball’s Jackson Miller looks to contribute despite limited playing time

April 27, 2016

Senior Drew Hickman reflects on career

October 30, 2015