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Coppell senior forward Kennedy Paul makes a buzzer beater shot against Little Elm junior Staci Pettie on Tuesday at the CHS Arena. The Cowgirls defeated the Lady Lobos, 42-41. Photo by Sohana Singh

Buzzer beater hands first win of district play

Reece Murry, Staff Writer December 19, 2024

Five seconds remain. The ball is shoveled into the paint by senior guard Landry Sherrer. One final shot for the win and senior guard Kennedy Paul maintains possession under the Little Elm basket. The...

Coppell junior guard Sibu Socks defends Little Elm junior guard Ian Berry at CHS Arena on Tuesday. The Cowboys defeated the Lobos, 67-60, in the first District 5-6A game. Photo by Eirene Park.

Socks takes lead in district-opening victory

Cato Ware, Staff Writer December 19, 2024

In the first quarter of the District 5-6A opener, the Coppell boys basketball team played a game of catch up as Little Elm was two or three points ahead. But this was returned tenfold starting in the second...

Coppell senior guard Drew Wagner hustles back on defense after a successful bucket by Coppell on Tuesday against Richardson on Tuesday at CHS Arena. Wagner’s adaptability and leadership has aided him in overcoming adversity throughout his basketball career. Photo by Kayla Nguyen

Wagner energizing team with leadership

Namir Awan, Sports Editor December 19, 2024

“Board!”  This is what is screamed by the Coppell bench as the ball goes flying. Ensuing in full speed is senior guard Drew Wagner as he dives on the ball not allowing the opposition to touch...

Participating in sports teaches discipline and dedication. The Sidekick staff writer Darsh Thakur thinks playing sports benefits academic performance.

Does sports help students perform better in classes?

Darsh Thakur, Staff Writer December 19, 2024

A lot of people always have the same thought when it comes to studying for school, and that is the fact that you need to keep always studying constantly so you can do better on tests or assignments.   But...

Coppell senior guard Bryce Ward brings the ball up for Coppell as it defeated Frisco Centennial, 75-59. The Cowboys host their first District 5-6A game Tuesday in CHS Arena at 7:30 p.m. against Little Elm.

District opener foreshadowing season

Cato Ware, Staff Writer December 17, 2024

The Coppell Basketball team (5-6) hosts Little Elm (9-1) on Tuesday at 7:30 at the CHS Arena to open District 5-6A play. After defeating Frisco Centennial in their last nondistrict game on Dec. 12,...

Athletes take first step of collegiate career

Athletes take first step of collegiate career

Ainsley Dwyer, Anika Upadhyayula, and Vibha Viswanath December 16, 2024
A cool Nov. 13 morning and a rainy Dec. 4 morning featured 18 Coppell athletes on the two days with teammates, coaches, friends and families gathered in CHS Arena to celebrate the students as they sign letters of intent to various universities to continue their athletic career. Read more to see what they had to say.
Winter brings fresh Coppell sports into season. Coppell coaches are looking with optimism towards new seasons and opportunities. Graphic by Kayla Nguyen.

Winter sports gusting in optimism

Yug Talukdar, Assignment Editor December 16, 2024

As the ground becomes misty and the air turns frigid, Coppell athletics press on. Meet the coaches, what being a coach means to them and their expectations for the season down below.   Boys...

Coppell High School junior Hayden Lipsey practices trap shooting at the Grand Prairie Gun Club on Oct. 26. From joining Coppell’s Competitive Shooting Team in seventh grade to becoming president of the team in his junior year, Lipsey continues to hone his shooting skills and lead by example.

Lipsey’s leadership hits the bullseye

Zaara Shaik, Staff Photographer December 16, 2024

As the bullet slices through the crisp air, it makes its way to the vivid red center of the bullseye. Behind the gun, standing calm and focused, is Coppell Shooting Team president, junior Hayden Lipsey. Lipsey’s...

Sports with Sully: Historic battle makes its return

Sully Kessler and Rhea Chowdhary December 13, 2024

Hosted by: Sully Kessler Edited by: Rhea Chowdhary The Texas-Texas A&M football rivalry is a longstanding feud dating back to Oct. 19, 1894, when they played their first game. On this episode...

Coppell senior guard Bryce Ward sets up the Cowboys offense against Frisco Centennial on Tuesday at CHS Arena. The Coppell boys basketball team defeated Centennial, 75-59.

Dominating with focus: Fast start leads to win over Centennial

Ishana Sharma, Lifestyle & Wellness Editor December 12, 2024

On Tuesday, the Coppell boys basketball team defeated Frisco Centennial, 75-59, at CHS Arena. “I feel like in spurts, we did a really good job of playing to our strengths and playing what we have...

Coppell High School seniors Aishwarya Anandkumar and Divya Sharma play pickleball at the tournament hosted by Think Kids Yuva at the CHS tennis courts on Nov. 21. Pickleball has helped strengthen bonds among the Coppell community.

Pickleball uniting players of all ages

Rachel Chio, Staff Photographer December 12, 2024

As you step onto the courts, wiffle balls skid cross court and paddles high five in unison. All the while, the sound of friendships abound through encouraging words and heartfelt conversations.  Pickleball...

Coppell junior Katherine Kroft exemplifies her time management skills between sports and academics.The Sidekick staff writer Lily Ellison discusses how athletes manage their time with school life and athletic commitment. Photo illustration by Karthika Dayanand and Sofia Exposito

Student athletes balance two worlds of athletics, academics

Lily Ellison, Staff Writer December 10, 2024

The time management, effort and consistency it takes to be a student athlete is truly remarkable and deserves to be recognized especially when relating to our Coppell High School athletes. The overwhelming...

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