Alex Floyd
By Jackson Hubbard
Guard Alex Floyd ’27 has played a crucial role in the varsity boys basketball team‘s success this season. Floyd came to the school as a freshman, playing his first year in the program on the freshman team and his sophomore year on the JV team. After the JV season ended, Floyd was called up to varsity for the playoffs. In his first full season on varsity, Floyd has been the second man off the bench for the Wolverines. Standing at 6-foot-3, Floyd is a three-level scorer, a threat from the midrange beyond the arc and at the rim, providing spacing and scoring for the Wolverines. Defensively, Floyd is fast on his feet, able to stay in front of whoever he is guarding and consistently trusted to guard any one of the opponent‘s best players offensively. As the Wolverines begin their postseason journey, Floyd continues to provide value both offensively and defensively.
Lucia Khamenia
By Charlotte Fowkes
Lucia Khamenia ’29 has followed in the footsteps of her older brother, Nikolas Khamenia ’25, by beginning a successful basketball career at the school. Khamenia has excelled under girls basketball Head Coach William Burr, who has a history of developing high-level players. Coming to the school this year, Khamenia is one of two freshmen on the varsity girls basketball team, and has adapted to the high school level quickly. She consistently impacts the game with her playmaking and interior defense on the court and by supporting her teammates. Khamenia’s interior presence left a mark on the game through her blocks and defense in one of her strongest performances against Notre Dame High School on Jan. 8. Using her height of 6’ 2”, Khamenia is able to compete for rebounds with any competitor. As the team goes into the playoffs, Khamenia’s size and versatility give her the potential to make a big impact.
Paige Lowrie
By Chloe Kim
Paige Lowrie ’28 is in her second year as a varsity girls soccer player. During the 2024-2025 season, she was a center back, a defensive position that involves stopping opposing attackers and preventing goals. However, at the beginning of this year, she was suddenly asked to play as center forward, a completely different position that focuses on scoring. Despite these changes, Lowrie has been able to contribute to the team on many different occasions. Notable moments include the game against Notre Dame High School, where Lowrie scored a goal against the Knights to tie the game on Jan. 9. Another highlight occurred when the Wolverines went up against Marymount High School during The Blizzard, when Lowrie scored a hat trick. Overall, Lowrie’s new position and achievements set her up to make big impacts in upcoming games.
JT Chen
By Jean Park
Midfielder JT Chen ’28 has played a pivotal role in the varsity boys soccer team’s success this season. Chen made varsity as a freshman, immediately establishing himself as a key contributor in the program. In his first year, he helped lead the Wolverines to a Division II championship, marking the first Division II title in Harvard-Westlake history. Now in his sophomore season, Chen has taken on an even larger role, becoming the first sophomore captain in program history. While on the field, Chen contributes on both sides of the ball, combining the ability of controlling buildup for goals and consistent defensive pressure. His vision and control help direct the pace of play, while his work flow allows him to support both the attack and the back line. As the Wolverines continue their postseason push, Chen remains a central presence in the midfield and a leader on the field.
Nelson LaBombard
By Jake Yoon
Wrestler Nelson LaBombard ’27 has been a dominant presence for the varsity wrestling team this season. LaBombard joined the team in the 2023-2024 season and has developed into a reliable competitor through consistent work in practice and competition. With LaBombard competing in the 165-pound weight class, he has a record of 14–7 this season while consistently facing tough opponents. LaBombard is known for his physicality, discipline and composure on the mat as he wrestles with control, looking to manage position and capitalize on opportunities. Defensively, LaBombard is difficult to break, making opponents earn every point. In November 2025, LaBombard placed fourth at the Spartan Kickoff event. Besides his individual matches, he brings value to the team environment, making an example with his work ethic and commitment. As the Wolverines move deeper into the season, LaBombard continues to excel through hard performances and willingness to play against tough competition.
Landon Marks
By Jack Turetzky
After joining the boys’ varsity soccer team for the 2025-26 season, striker Landon Marks ‘27 has been a key offensive contributor for the Wolverines, helping them to a 15-1-3 record through their first 19 games. Despite this being his first season, Marks has been one of the team’s top scoring options. In the Wolverines’ season opener, he scored the team’s first goal in the 53rd minute, helping the team to a 2-1 win over Panorama High School on Dec. 3. Marks scored two goals during the Valley Classic Tournament vs. Chatsworth and Cleveland on Dec. 27 and 30. In Mission League play, Marks has two goals and an assist, scoring against Notre Dame on Jan. 9 and Chaminade on Jan. 13. In total, Marks has scored seven goals on the season.
