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Coppell sophomore quarterback Landry Fee gets ready to snap during the game against Irving in the annual Homecoming game last week at Buddy Echols Field. The Cowboys face Flower Mound tonight at 7 p.m. at Neal Wilson Stadium.

Cowboys with final chance to clinch playoff berth

Arman Merchant, Staff Writer November 1, 2019

Everything is on the line as the Coppell football team looks to clinch a playoff spot, as it faces Flower Mound at Neal Wilson Stadium tonight at 7 p.m.  After three consecutive losses, the Cowboys...

Coppell junior quarterback Ryan Walker throws a pass during the home district opener against Hebron on Oct. 4. Walker plays two offensive positions and leads the team in a pregame speech and prayer.

Walker walks the talk with influential positions

Sydney Rowe, Staff Writer/Photographer October 29, 2019

This season, it is not rare to see Coppell junior wide receiver/quarterback Ryan Walker receiving a pass in one play and throwing one in the next. He is faced with the challenge of playing two key positions...

Coppell sophomore Anthony Black passes forward during the playoff game at Arlington High School on Feb. 22 against Lake Ridge last year. Black balances varsity football, basketball and track. The Sidekick file photo.

Black’s athleticism travels from season to season

Emma Meehan, Staff Writer October 28, 2019

Coppell sophomore Anthony Black is used to playing sports in multiple environments, sweating on the basketball court, football field and track alike.  Black excels as an athlete at CHS, balancing...

Senior running back Tyrese Ward rushes after the snap giving Coppell a first down against Irving on Friday night at Buddy Echols Field. The Cowboys beat the Tigers 55-7 in their fifth district game of the season, bringing their district record to 2-3.

Coppell dominates Irving with eight touchdowns at homecoming game

Pramika Kadari, Executive News & Enterprise Editor October 26, 2019

Last night on Buddy Echols Field, Coppell took another step in its uphill battle to secure a spot in the playoffs by defeating Irving, 55-7, in its District 6-6A matchup and homecoming game.  “We...

Coppell sophomore quarterback Landry Fee and senior defensive back Gavin Osteen run out during the game against Marcus on Oct. 18 at Marauders Stadium. The Cowboys face Irving tonight at 7 p.m. at Buddy Echols Field for the Homecoming game.

Cowboys to face Irving in Homecoming game

Sally Parampottil, Executive Sports Editor October 25, 2019

An explosion of mums, garters and school spirit await the Coppell football team tonight as it faces Irving in its annual Homecoming game at Buddy Echols Field at 7 p.m.  The Cowboys now sit at 1-3...

Coppell juniors kicker Skyler Stricker (No. 37) and defensive back Zach Stricker (No. 4) watch with senior kicker Andrew Espindola (No. 26) from the sidelines during Coppell’s first home district game against Hebron on Oct. 5. The brothers are both deeply involved in their respective sports but also make time for student ministries and family.

Stricker twins tackling sports, ministry, family

Anthony Cesario, Editor-in-Chief October 24, 2019

As twins on the Coppell varsity football team, Coppell High School juniors Zach and Skyler Stricker know the dedication required on the field. But through the numerous other activities in which they are...

Coppell senior wide receiver Kyle Meister dodges Marcus defenders in an attempt for a first down. The Cowboys held the lead on Friday at Marauder Stadium through the first half before losing in overtime,15-7, after failing to score on their overtime possession

Cowboys lose in close defensive battle against Marcus

Rithik Chennupati October 20, 2019

FLOWER MOUND - With every game being crucial for the Coppell football team, the Cowboys came into their third District 6-6A game against Marcus with a different mentality. Although the Cowboys put up a...

Video: Student section hypes up Lewisville game with powder

Video: Student section hypes up Lewisville game with powder

Pramika Kadari, Executive News & Enterprise Editor October 18, 2019

Coppell sophomore linebacker Walker Polk dashes to the endzone to score the Cowboys first touchdown of the game with 7 minutes left in the fourth quarter on Oct. 11 at Buddy Echols Field. The Cowboys lost their second district game of the season to the Farmers, 35-10.

Coppell looks to keep playoff hopes alive against Marcus

Rithik Chennupati, Writer October 17, 2019

The Coppell football team plays tomorrow at 7 p.m. at Marcus Marauders Stadium. Marcus is 5-1 overall and 3-0 in District 6-6A play.  The Cowboys (2-4 overall and 1-2 in District 6-6A) go into this...

Coppell junior quarterback Ryan Walker slips through the grasp of Lewisvilles defense. The Cowboys lost to the Farmers, 35-10, on Friday at Buddy Echols field, making their district record 1-2.

Farmers tread over Cowboys in third game of district play

Sydney Rowe, Staff Writer/Photographer October 12, 2019

Smells of baby powder filled the air as the Coppell football team took on Lewisville on Friday night at Buddy Echols Field. However, the festive atmosphere could not push the home team past the Farmers...

Coppell junior running back Jason Ngwu looks for a gap in the Hebron defense on
Friday night at Buddy Echols Field. The Cowboys take on Lewisville tomorrow at 7 p.m. at Buddy Echols Field.

Cowboys looking to rebound against Lewisville in district action

Sally Parampottil, Executive Sports Editor October 10, 2019

The Coppell football team hosts Lewisville tomorrow at 7 p.m. at Buddy Echols Field as the Cowboys are coming off a 35-27 loss to Hebron in the District 6-6A home opener. The Cowboys (2-3 overall and...

Coppell senior wide receiver Jan Rivera is tackled after a catch in the red zone. The Cowboys fell short in their first home District 6-6A game, 35-27, against Hebron on Friday night at Buddy Echols Field.

Hawks survive late Cowboys surge

Arman Merchant, Staff Writer October 5, 2019

Editor's note: This story has been corrected from its original version. The Sidekick apologizes for the error. With 42 seconds left in the first home Division 6-6A game of the season, Coppell junior...

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