From 2015 to 2019, Bryce Howard exemplified excellence and leadership at Westlake Basketball. A four-year varsity player and three-year captain, Bryce holds the program’s all-time record for career assists (508) and the single-game record for steals (11). He was named First Team All-League and All-County in 2019 and earned Scholar Athlete honors all four years. Known for his tenacity and selflessness, Bryce has continued to make an impact on the basketball community as a youth coach and the head coach of the WHS Unified Special Olympics Basketball Team. Bryce currently plays Division I college basketball for UCSB, where he continues to showcase his talent and leadership on a larger stage. His contributions both on and off the court embody the spirit of Westlake Basketball.

Stevie Aylsworth is celebrated as one of Westlake’s all-time greats. A two-year captain, he led the team to back-to-back league championships and averaged 18.7 points per game his senior year. Stevie held the program’s all-time scoring record for an incredible 28 years and was recognized as the LA Times Basketball Player of the Year, a three-time All-CIF honoree, and a national Top 100 player. His dedication extended off the court with a 4.0 GPA and a stellar Division I basketball career.

A dominant force in the late 1980s, Kurt Schwan made history with one of the most remarkable individual seasons in Westlake Basketball history during 1988-89. Named League MVP, Kurt earned First Team All-County, First Team All-CIF Southern Section honors, and was selected to the LA Times All-Star Team. He set records for most rebounds in a game (22), most blocks in a season (130), and most blocks in a career (130), all of which still stand today. Additionally, Kurt ranks in the top five for points and rebounds in a season, showcasing his skill and versatility. His exceptional performance and leadership helped lay the foundation for the program’s enduring legacy.