Standout Runner Maddy Quirion Finds Motivation Despite the Challenges

by Ziv Golan ’26 The cross-country team has had a very strong season so far. A number of athletes have medaled in high-stakes invitational meets, and both the boys’ and girls’ teams have beat out several other MCPS schools at divisional races. A few stand-out athletes, notably senior Madeline (Maddy) Quirion, have led the way. Quirion has excelled as an … Read More

Girls Soccer Displays Potent Offense

by Cara Farr ’27 After losing six seniors last year, many of whom started and had big impacts, girls varsity soccer entered this season having to fill some vital positions. Adding to the uncertainty is that Sherwood teams got new teams on their schedules, and girls soccer faced new competition like Richard Montgomery and Poolesville while not playing teams such … Read More

Varsity Football Makes Final Charge Before Playoffs

by Reid Duvall ‘27 and Roman Khrizman ‘27 On October 10, varsity football took its first loss of the season against state powerhouse Quince Orchard, 35-28. Sherwood gave QO its hardest test of the season, putting up the most points against the Cougars since 2023. Early in the second half, QO got out to a 21-0 lead, but the Warriors … Read More

MLB Playoffs 2025 Overview and Predictions

by Reid Duvall ‘27 The best time of the year for baseball fans has arrived: the MLB postseason begins on September 30, and twelve teams will compete throughout October to determine who will take home the 2025 World Series title. The playoffs begin with the Wild Card, featuring four three-game series. In the National League, it’s the Padres against the … Read More

Volleyball Opens Season on a Winning Streak

by Rachel Themistokleous ‘26 The girls volleyball team is having an exciting beginning to their season, starting it off with an outstanding 6-0 record. One of the team’s biggest successes has been beating Northwest, who they had lost to last year. Another significant achievement was the team’s win against Magruder on September 24 when both teams entered the contest with … Read More

Girls Soccer Kicks Off Season with 3-1 Start

by Cara Farr ’27 Sherwood started out their season against a tough opponent, Richard Montgomery, playing them at home on September 9. In a close match, they ended up falling short, with a final score of 2-1. It was a competitive game from both sides, with  the lone Sherwood goal scored by freshman defensive midfield Ava Scott.  The Warriors bounced … Read More

Boys Soccer Looks to Bounce Back

by Chase Sondike ‘26 & Ryan Lichter ‘27 The Sherwood boys’ soccer team has started off the season looking shaky. The team is sitting on a 1-2 record currently after convincingly beating Paint Branch 4-1. The team was well on their way to get their first win of the season prior to the Paint Branch game when they faced off … Read More

Flag Football Starts Season Out Strong

by Leslie Majkrzak ‘27 The flag football team is back and better than ever, thrilled for the season ahead of them. In their inaugural season last year, the team finished with a heartbreaking loss in the semi-finals to Damascus. With a season under their belt this year, the Warriors are looking to go further in the playoffs, with the goal … Read More

Varsity Football Pounds Magruder in Season Opener

by Reid Duvall ‘27 & Roman Khrizman ‘27 After appearing in the 3A state semifinals last year in Coach Pat Cilento’s first season back at Sherwood, varsity football cruised to a week-one 40-0 win over Magruder. Sherwood, predicted to be one of the best teams in the county, showcased its talent early and often against the Colonels. First-quarter scores by … Read More

Boys Lacrosse Falls in State Quarterfinals

by Chase Sondike ‘26 An exceptional season for boys lacrosse came to an end with a loss in the Maryland 3A state quarterfinals against Marriotts Ridge in a heartbreaking 9-8 defeat. The Warriors were trailing throughout the whole game, but towards the end started to make a push and left it all out on the field. They had the opportunity … Read More