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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...

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,...

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 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 senior diver Auttumn Ayakawa dives into the pool at the Elise Cerami Aquatics Center in Southlake on Tuesday. Despite starting her diving journey late with no experience, Ayakawa has demonstrated incredible determination to be successful in diving. Photo by Kole Lokhande

Late start, early triumph for diver Ayakawa

Raima Awan, Staff Writer December 5, 2024

Silence overcomes the natatorium as Coppell senior diver Auttumn Ayakawa approaches the 10-meter diving board.  Exuding calmness, Ayakawa launches herself into the air. The lights above blare against...

Coppell senior guard Sarah Mirza drives to the basket, beating Frisco Memorial freshman guard Sa'niyah Paulus off the dribble, for a layup. The Warriors defeated the Cowgirls 52-23.

Falling short before final nondistrict matchup

Sahasra Chakilam, Executive News Editor December 5, 2024

On Tuesday, the Coppell girls basketball team was defeated, 52-23, by Frisco Memorial at CHS Arena. The Cowgirls struggled to close the gap with Memorial throughout the game, as the Warriors pulled...

Richardson senior small forward Ashton Hawkins guards Coppell sophomore guard Robert Watson at CHS Arena on Tuesday. The Eagles defeated the Cowboys, 61-59. Photo by Kayla Nguyen

Wagner’s sparks fall short

Raima Awan December 5, 2024

  Twelve seconds left in the game.  The Coppell boys basketball team has possession, trailing Richardson by two points. Richardson steals in the inbounds pass, but Coppell regains possession...

Coppell junior guard Isaiah Fleming defends McKinney junior point guard Braden Givens at CHS Arena on Nov. 22. Coppell plays Richardson at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at CHS Arena. Photo by Marli Field.

Final pre-district games heightens suspense

Raima Awan, Staff Writer December 3, 2024

The Coppell boys basketball team (4-6) hosts Richardson Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at the CHS Arena. Following a loss against Mesquite Horn, 48-40, Coppell looks to improve on both the offensive and defensive...

Coppell senior shooting guard Landry Sherrer drives past senior forward Paige Slater as she screens Eaton junior shooting guard Mika Welsh on Nov. 12. The Cowgirls play Frisco Memorial on Tuesday at 6:15 p.m. in CHS Arena.

Turning up the pressure against Frisco Memorial as team comes off key comeback win over Boswell

Sahasra Chakilam, Executive News Editor December 3, 2024

After a loss against Boswell on Nov. 26, the Coppell girls basketball record team seeks victory against Frisco Memorial at CHS Arena at 6:15 p.m. on Friday. The Cowgirls are currently 9-6 on their season. Senior...

Coppell junior guard Colin Griffith scores a layup while being guarded by Keller Timber Creek junior point guard Robert Moore at CHS Arena on Thursday. The Cowboys to the Falcons, 71-62.

Second half push leads to Timber Creek victory in Tipoff Classic

Rhea Choudhary, Executive Features Editor November 22, 2024

Though the Coppell boys basketball team battled to keep up with Keller Timber Creek, a late fourth-quarter push by the Falcons handed the Cowboys a 71-62 defeat in the Tipoff Classic on Thursday morning...

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