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Coppell girls basketball coach Ryan Murphy has been named new head coach of the Coppell boys basketball team, replacing Clint Schnell who resigned following the 2023-24 season. Murphy led the Cowgirls to the 2023 Class 6A state semifinals.

Murphy takes over Cowboys as new head basketball coach

Namir Awan, Staff Writer May 22, 2024

During a Coppell girls basketball team meeting on Monday, coach Ryan Murphy announced his decision to take on the role of the Coppell boys basketball coach.  “I needed the perfect opportunity,”...

Coppell coach Clint Schnell discusses a game plan with the Cowboys prior to overtime against Lewisville on 2021 in the CHS Arena. Schnell resigned as the head coach for boys basketball yesterday after six years.

Schnell resigns as head coach for Cowboys basketball

Wendy Le, Podcast Producer March 21, 2024

Editor's note: This story has been updated from its original version. After six years as head coach, Coppell boys basketball coach Clint Schnell announced his resignation from leading the program yesterday.  “It...

Coppell senior forward Arhan Lapsiwala shoots while being guarded by Plano sophomore Chris Hampton at CHS Arena on Tuesday. The Cowboys defeated the Wildcats, 64-62, on Senior Night.

Coppell squeaks by against Plano in back-and-forth Senior Night district affair

Ava Johnson, Sports Assignment Editor February 8, 2024

  Though the Coppell boys basketball team has a three-point lead over Plano, it’s anyone’s game with 11.3 seconds left on the clock. Coppell junior guard James Faison draws a foul from Plano...

Coppell junior guard James Faison breaks through Flower Mound junior small forward Brandon Stauty and sophomore shooting guard Reid Jacobson. Coppell hosts Plano tonight at 7 p.m. at CHS Arena.

Cowboys adopt short-term memory mindset for Plano

Ava Johnson, Sports Assignment Editor February 6, 2024

Three games left, three opportunities. The Coppell boys basketball team has three games remaining in its regular season and two spots to move up to secure a playoff spot.  Today, the Cowboys host Plano...

Coppell senior guard Carson Charanza scores a layup against Plano East senior Amanni Koustakis at CHS Arena on Friday. Plano East defeated Coppell, 77-50.

Coppell unable to overtake Plano East in 77-50 loss

Nyah Rama, CHS9 Editor February 5, 2024

Plano East senior shooting guard Jordan Mizzel charges to the basket and scores a layup, establishing a lead that would endure throughout the night.  On Friday, Class 6A No. 1 ranked Plano East defeated...

Coppell sophomore forward Sibu Socks shoots against Marcus on Jan. 19 at CHS Arena. The Cowboys play Plano East in their second meeting of the season on Friday at 7 p.m. at CHS Arena.

Coppell looks to make a stand against top team in Texas

Nyah Rama, CHS9 Editor February 2, 2024

On Friday at 7 p.m., the Coppell boys basketball team seeks to challenge the top team in Texas, the Plano East Panthers, at CHS Arena. This will be Coppell’s second meeting with the team this season...

Coppell senior guard Gabe Pehl dribbles around with Hebron senior Jalen Hayes defending on Tuesday. Coppell won against Hebron at the CHS Arena, 48 - 46, on Tuesday.

Survive and advance is the name of the game

Namir Awan, Staff Writer January 31, 2024

16.2 seconds on the clock remain. The Coppell boys basketball team trails by two, and need a quick bucket to tie or win the game. Junior guard Bryce Ward inbounds the ball to 6-7 junior center Ethan Macken.  A...

Coppell freshman guard Tre Watson drives against Flower Mound junior shooting guard Evan Leyman on Friday. Coppell plays Hebron on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at CHS Arena.

Seniors look for memories against Hawks on Senior Night

Namir Awan, Staff Writer January 30, 2024

Hebron comes to town to take on the Coppell boys basketball at CHS Arena on Tuesday at 7:30 PM.  Coming off a 25-point victory against Flower Mound, Coppell remains in District 6-6A playoff contention.  "We...

Coppell senior guard Antonio Romo and Flower Mound senior Ryan Goyal claw for the ball in the second quarter. Coppell defeated Flower Mound 58-33 at CHS Arena on Friday. Ava Johnson.

Coppell conquers Flower Mound with ease

Katie Park, Staff Writer January 27, 2024

The Coppell boys basketball team dominated Flower Mound 58-33, on Friday at CHS arena  “I was really proud of the guys,” Coppell coach Clint Schnell said. “The biggest thing we've been searching...

Slow start leaves Coppell unable to recover against Marcus

Slow start leaves Coppell unable to recover against Marcus

Sukirtha Muthiah, Business Manager January 20, 2024

It is near the end of the fourth quarter and the Coppell boys basketball team has a chance to turn around the score. Junior guard James Faison drives to the hoop and scores, bringing the Cowboys within...

Coppell senior guard Gabe Pehl shoots a 3-pointer against Plano West on Tuesday at CHS Arena. The Cowboys play Flower Mound Marcus on Friday at 7:30 p.m. at CHS Arena.

Coppell ready to face off against Marcus

Sukirtha Muthiah, Business Manager January 19, 2024

Following a loss against Plano West on Tuesday, the Coppell boys basketball team hosts Flower Mound Marcus at CHS Arena on Friday at 7:30 p.m.  Coppell coach Clint Schnell hopes to see more consistency...

Coppell senior forward Antonio Romo scores a layup against Plano West on Tuesday at CHS Arena. Plano West defeated Coppell, 80-69.

Cowboys fall short against Wolves

E V Kennard, Writer January 18, 2024

It is halftime, with Plano West holding a three-point lead. The Coppell boys' basketball team could easily change this. The Wolves have been playing good: Strong offense, and good teamwork. The Cowboys...

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