PHOTOS: Parkway West vs. University City, Blaine Gabbert Jersey Retirement
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Saturday, October 13, 2012
Friday, October 12, 2012
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Fast Five: Parkway West Football Gears Up for Senior Night
Patch asked Parkway West Head Football Coach Jeff Duncan five quick questions about the team and their next opponent.
As the regular high school football season draws to a close, the Parkway West Longhorns are revving up for their final home football game this week with one more on the road at Seckman next week. The Longhorns will honor senior players Friday at halftime for Senior Night, followed by a special jersey retirement ceremony for former Longhorn, Mizzou Tiger and current Jacksonville Jaguar quarterback Blaine Gabbert. Ballwin-Ellisville Patch asked Head Coach Jeff Duncan about the team, the season and their competition. Patch: The Longhorns face University City this week. What strengths do you feel your team has against them? Parkway West Head Football Coach Jeff Duncan: Last year we were able to move the ball on the ground against U. City and …
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Thursday, October 11, 2012
Parkway West Will Retire Football Star Blaine Gabbert's Jersey
The 2008 Parkway West grad played for Mizzou and is a quarterback with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Parkway West High School will honor hometown football star Blaine Gabbert at halftime of this week's football match-up against University City. Gabbert, a 2008 graduate of Parkway West, went on to play for the University of Missouri Tigers. In 2011, he was drafted 10th overall by the NFL's Jacksonville Jaguars and continues to play as a quarterback. Parkway West will retire his jersey this Friday after recognizing this year's seniors for Senior Night. Football Head Coach Jeff Duncan said Gabbert is the first to receive this honor. "Any time that you have a member of your program reach that level of play, it is an amazing accomplishment," Duncan said. "We are proud of what Blaine has done in his career at each level and are proud he is a …
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Monday, October 8, 2012
Longhorns in Action: Parkway West High Sports Schedules, Oct. 8-14
See where and when to catch Longhorns athletics in competition this week.
With the high school sports Fall season coming to a close, teams are wrapping up play and winter athletics are warming up for competition. Don't miss the last games of your favorite Longhorns Fall teams! Check here weekly to find out the schedules for these fall high school teams. Keep up with up-to-date rainouts and rescheduled games on the official Parkway West athletics site. Boys Soccer Boys Swimming Football Boys Cross-Country Girls Cross-Country Field Hockey Girls Golf Girls Volleyball "Like" Patch's Facebook page and follow us on Twitter to keep up with your favorite high school sports teams. On a high school team or a really big fan? Share your own photos and results by starting a blog on Patch and uploading your best action shots …
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Friday, October 5, 2012
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Fast Five: Parkway West Football Faces Parkway North for Pink Night
Patch asked Parkway West Head Football Coach Jeff Duncan five quick questions about the team and their next opponent.
Parkway West varsity football team is poised for a home game this week against rival Parkway North Vikings (2-4). West is still looking for its first win this season with a handful of games remaining. The Longhorns are also ready for Pink Night, honoring October as Breast Cancer Awareness month and joining other West athletic teams in donning pink during competition. Ballwin-Ellisville Patch asked Head Coach Jeff Duncan about the team, the season and their competition. Patch: How is the team faring this week in preparation for Parkway North? Duncan: We have had a really good week of practice and preparation. Patch: What is something to look for in play this week? Duncan: Mistake free football. Start fast and finish strong. Patch: What …
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Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Fast Five: Kevin John Talks Parkway West Boys Cross-Country
Patch asked the boys cross-country head coach at Parkway West five fast questions about the team and its season so far.
The Parkway West Longhorns boys cross-country team is gradually wrapping up -- but not slowing down -- for the season. Ballwin-Ellisville Patch asked Head Boys Cross-Country Coach Kevin John five quick questions about the team, their competitors and their season. Patch: What has been the team's biggest accomplishment so far this season? Parkway West Head Boys Cross-Country Coach Kevin John: The way this team manages difficult workouts is one of the biggest accomplishments. They rely on each other to get through it together and push themselves harder than they thought they could. From a performance standpoint, it is always a big goal to win the Parkway Quad. I was thrilled the boys were able to do that earlier this season. Patch: Who are …
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High Scores Earn Honors for 26 Parkway Seniors
The students were received letters of recognition from the National Merit Scholarship program for their academic achievement.
The National Merit Scholarship program has named 26 seniors from the Parkway School District as commended students. The designation is given to only 5 percent (about 50,000) of the 1.5 million students who enter into the annual competition. Their selection is based on their performance on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship qualifying test and weighed against a nationally applied selection index. The students will receive letters of commendation and, although they do not continue in the competition to become finalists, they are eligible to receive a variety of special scholarships. The students and their schools are listed below: West High Central High North High South High About the National Merit Scholarship Corporation…
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Monday, October 1, 2012
Longhorns in Action: Parkway West High Sports Schedules, Oct. 1-7
See where and when to catch Longhorns athletics in competition this week.
The fall sports season is coming to a close, bringing the girls tennis, softball and girls golf teams to district tournament play. Which Parkway West team has been your favorite to track this year? Several teams are also recognizing October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Pink Nights, decking out in pink for the game. These home games are noted in the schedule below, so show your support for the Longhorns in pink! Check here weekly to find out the schedules for these fall high school teams. Keep up with up-to-date rainouts and rescheduled games on the official Parkway West athletics site. Boys Soccer Boys Swimming Softball Football Boys Cross-Country Girls Cross-Country Field Hockey Girls Golf Girls Tennis Girls Volleyball "Like" …
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Friday, September 28, 2012
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Fast Five: Parkway West Takes on Webster Groves
Patch asked Parkway West Head Football Coach Jeff Duncan five quick questions about the team and their next opponent.
The Parkway West varsity football team is on the road again against the Webster Groves Statesmen (3-2) this week. With the Longhorns dishing out continuous efforts to pick up a win, the team presses on in the season with four games remaining. Ballwin-Ellisville Patch asked Head Coach Jeff Duncan about the team, the season and their competition. Patch: What will be the team's biggest challenge against Webster Groves? Parkway West Head Football Coach Jeff Duncan: Our challenge has been the same each week. Offensively we have to move the ball effectively and not beat ourselves with turnovers & costly penalties. Defensively we cannot give up big plays. Patch: What has been your favorite part of the season thus far? Duncan: Our players. We …
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Bryanna Hampton
10:33 am on Friday, September 28, 2012
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Tuesday, September 25, 2012
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Fast Five: Abigail Zuniga on Parkway West Field Hockey
Patch asked Parkway West High's head field hockey coach five quick questions about the team and their season.
The Parkway West High varsity field hockey team is looking for a win with three weeks to go in the season. The Lady Longhorns, 0-9 before their game Sept. 24, have faced tough competitors and aren't finished improving. Ballwin-Ellisville Patch asked Head Coach Abigail Zuniga five fast questions about the team, their season and their goals. Patch: Other than winning, what are some key goals the field hockey team has for the remainder of the season? Parkway West Head Field Hockey Coach Abigail Zuniga: As a young team, we are gaining knowledge on how to work as a team to achieve our ultimate goal of putting the ball in the goal. The Longhorns are working on staying spread out, crisp passes, and improving each and every game. Patch: What …
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Liam Manning
3:33 pm on Friday, March 22, 2013
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