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Emily Proger

Emily Proger, Senior Sports Editor

Junior Emily Proger is thrilled to start her second year on The Pitch as the Senior Sports Editor. When she’s not in room 193, she can be found on the soccer field, basketball court, or at a junior class officer meeting where she serves as Treasurer. Emily is an avid DMV sports fan and loves reporting on the WJ sports community.
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Junior midfielder Evie Avillo awaits a free kick to be kicked in her direction. The Wildcats dominated the Blazers in the regular season, adding a win to their seven win season.

Avillo commits to Emory after standout season

Emily Proger, Print Sports Editor
Jun 12, 2025
Chase Rieder instructs players during a junior varsity (JV) boys’ basketball game which he coached for five years. Rieder has also worked with the Washington Wizards and coached Northwest to their first regional championship. (Courtesy Lifetouch Studios)

Rieder named boys’ basketball coach

Emily Proger and William Murphy
May 24, 2025
Junior Sonia Gass prepares to a recieve a serve during a practice. (Courtesy Charles Peters via Lifetouch)

Girls’ tennis finishes regular season with best record in county

Emily Proger, Print Sports Editor
May 6, 2025
Freshman Alina MacDermott passes the ball to senior captain Ginger Fishberg. The Cats came back down 5-1 against the Vikings, fighting on to win 11-8. (Courtesy Jonathan Gavin via Lifetouch)

Freshman star guides lacrosse team

Emily Proger and William Murphy
Apr 10, 2025
Koji Kerby lines up ready to take the handoff from fellow junior Alessandro Marenco during the boys 4x200m. The relay got fourth out of 24 teams.

Inaugural ‘DMV Wildcat Invitational’ held at WJ

Elizabeth Finn, Print Managing Editor
Apr 10, 2025
North Bethesda and Tilden face off in a middle school basketball game, but soon these competitors will join forces at WJ. The merging of both these middle schools brings many competitive athletes together.

Middle school sports fall short in preparing athletes for high school competition

Emily Proger, Print Sports Editor
Mar 25, 2025
Apr 5, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Florida Gators guard Alijah Martin (15) dunks the ball against the Auburn Tigers during the second half in the semifinals of the men's Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at the Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Madness managed: How teachers keep March Madness in check

Emily Proger, Print Sports Editor
Mar 8, 2025
Hurdling the Gender Gap

Hurdling the Gender Gap

Emily Proger, Print Sports Editor
Feb 18, 2025
Bocce rolls to historic season

Bocce rolls to historic season

Emily Proger, Print Sports Editor
Feb 3, 2025
The WJ pickleball team finished off their regular season with a smash. The team tied for first in the county championships last Wednesday, winning the Division II doubles tournament. (Courtesy Dave Hauf via Lifetouch)

Corollary sports promote inclusivity

Emily Proger, Print Sports Editor
Dec 13, 2024
Indoor track strides to fifth-place finish

Indoor track strides to fifth-place finish

Ethan Pletter and Emily Proger
Dec 13, 2024
Senior Ariel Mazor spikes a ball against Whitman in the regional semi-finals. The Wildcats ended up winning the Whitman game but lost to the Bulldogs, putting a wrap on the season. Even with the tough loss, the impressive season was one to remember. "Everyone worked really hard in and out of the gym to achieve the goals we set for ourselves in the beginning of the season,"sophmore Misha Anderson.(Courtesy Parker Kim)

Girls’ volleyball defeated in region final against Churchill

Emily Proger, Print Sports Editor
Nov 15, 2024
Sophomore Emilia Zhang effortlessly spikes the ball onto the opponent's side of the net. The Cats approached the MCPS County Championship with an 84.62% win percentage. (Courtesy Tyler Shores viaLifetouch)

Girls’ volleyball falls to RM in County Championship

Emily Proger, Print Sports Editor
Nov 1, 2024
Junior Hannah Yen launches the ball over the net, looking to add to the Wildcats' score. The Wildcats defeated the Vikings, winning flawlessly, 3-0.

Girls’ volleyball spikes to 11-2, approaches playoffs

Emily Proger, Print Sports Editor
Oct 23, 2024
Senior Sofia Silberfeld sets the ball to senior Ariel Mazor. Silberfeld recently passed 1,000 career assists. (Courtesy Tyler Shores via Lifetouch)

Setting new records: Silberfeld hits 1,000 career assists

Emily Proger, Print Sports Editor
Oct 4, 2024
The girls' volleyball team huddles together, discussing their game plan. The Wildcats went on to sweep Whitman in three sets. (Courtesy Tyler Shores via Lifetouch, republished with permission)

Girls’ volleyball spikes to 8-1 record, defeating Churchill, Whitman

Emily Proger, Print Sports Editor
Oct 4, 2024
Isaac and Chloe Russ delicately protect their respective goals, not letting anything cross the goalline. The twins look forward to numerous shutouts appearing on their stat sheets this upcoming season. (Courtesy Parker Kim)

Russ twins take charge in goal

Emily Proger, Print Sports Editor
Oct 4, 2024
The Wildcats make a statement entrance as they prepare to take on Richard Montgomery. WJ would go on to win the game 53-22.

Fall Sports Previews

Sep 6, 2024
After taking a hard foul, sophomore Norah Youssef takes her first free throw attempt. Youssef sank the shot and added a point to the scoreboard. Youssef had a stunning performance, helping the Wildcats secure the win against Sherwood.

Photo Gallery: Summer league basketball

Emily Proger, Print Sports Editor
Jun 11, 2024
Behind the scenes of the Division I college recruitment process

Behind the scenes of the Division I college recruitment process

Emily Proger, Print Sports Editor
May 24, 2024
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