• Coppell girls soccer became Class 6A Division I state champions on Saturday.
  • Superintendent Dr. Brad Hunt announces retirement effective at end of school year.
  • Coppell High School hosts its Top 5% Recognition Ceremony at the CHS Auditorium at 6 p.m. on Tuesday.
  • CHS hosts Red/Gold lunch on Thursday.
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Hamza Zakir

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer

Hamza is a junior and a second year staff writer for The Sidekick. He has a passion for writing, especially expressing his opinions through various columns.

When he’s not writing stories, you can find Hamza eating corn, listening to Mitski or playing with his cat “Kofta.”

You can find Hamza at @hambamzz on Instagram and you can contact him by email at haz4852@g.coppellisd.com.

All content by Hamza Zakir
Smart City Board member Joe Mecca discusses how future demographics of Coppell will affect city planning. On Monday, the Smart City Board presented ideas for how artificial intelligence could be incorporated into developing smart city initiatives. Photo by: Hamza Zakir

[Photo] Smart City Board eyes AI, youth engagement to shape Vision 2040

Prisha Hooda, Staff Photographer
April 9, 2025

Food Review: Exploring Coppell Iftar hotspots

Hamza Zakir, Zainab Mohammed, and Zaara Shaik
March 14, 2025
The Academic Decathlon team stands with its medals on display after a winning sixth place at the Hebron High School regional competition on Jan. 25 and qualifying for state. Academic Decathlon is an annual competition that assesses groups of students in 10 academic events.

Academic Decathlon team making final push at state

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
March 13, 2025
Paddington in Peru, released Feb. 14, is the third movie in the Paddington series. The Sidekick staff writer Hamza Zakir offers his insights on the unique experiences of Paddington.

Paddington in Peru effortlessly upholds series charm, whimsy

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
March 4, 2025
CHS9 Letters of Love Club members present their finished cards during its meeting on Feb. 5, ready to deliver them to hospitals. Letters of Love intends to uplift patients’ spirits by delivering heartfelt, handwritten cards to local hospitals. Photo courtesy Abhirami Nachiappan

Letters of Love spreading kindness one card at a time

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
February 28, 2025
Coppell sophomore forward Riley Koski-Barger hustles past Little Elm forward Emma Frailey and scores at Buddy Echols field on Tuesday. The Cowgirls defeated the Lady Lobos, 6-0.

Cowgirls dominate Little Elm with early surge in 6-0 victory

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
February 27, 2025
Coppell ISD students received two snow days this week thanks to wintry weather, giving everyone a chance to enjoy the magic of snow. The Sidekick staff writer Hamza Zakir reflects on the joy snow brings, from childhood memories to the present day, urging everyone to make the most of snow days.

Winter weather always creates magic

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
January 12, 2025
A snowy blanket covers homes in the Irving Hemingway Court community on Thursday morning. All Coppell ISD schools and buildings are closed on Thursday and Friday as Coppell and nearby areas experience snowfall, icy roads and freezing temperatures.

Freezing flurries cover communities

Vibha Viswanath and Hamza Zakir
January 9, 2025
A nonchalant attitude robs people from individuality and a sense of self. The Sidekick staff writer Hamza Zakir believes that being yourself is an important part of living your life in order to foster a genuine connection to others.

The epidemic of meh

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
December 13, 2024
Coppell Council members Kevin Nevels and Mike Land and Mayor Wes Mays discuss and approve of the new construction of a new office building development next to Rolling Oaks cemetery on Nov. 12 at the council meeting in Town Center.

Council amends plans for new commercial district

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
December 4, 2024
Freshmen Student Council executive board stepping into action

Freshmen Student Council executive board stepping into action

Anvita Bondada, Hamza Zakir, and Katie Park
November 11, 2024
CHS9 student Angelisse Gomez hopes to bring the student body together. Gomez was elected as one of six student council executive officers.

Angelisse Gomez

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
November 11, 2024
CHS9 student Jacob Patterson is eager to create an exciting environment at school. Patterson was elected as one of six student council executive officers.

Jacob Patterson

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
November 11, 2024
Third-party candidates gather less support than either of the two major political parties in the United States. The Sidekick staff writer Hamza Zakir thinks that third-party candidates may not be as idealistic in today’s society.

Third-party candidacy not feasible for now

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
November 8, 2024

[Video] Food review: A bite of New York (video)

Hamza Zakir, Zainab Mohammed, and Safiya Azam
November 4, 2024
Behind the ballot: 2024 elections

Behind the ballot: 2024 elections

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
October 31, 2024
Coppell High School juniors Aryaman Singh and Anmol Deepak collaborated along with Samarth Prasad and Samanyu Hebbar to code application Project Ambrosia for the Congressional App Contest. Students create an original application for the contest, held by Texas Representative Beth Van Duyne.

Project Ambrosia tackles unhealthy eating in Congressional App Contest

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
October 28, 2024
Coppell sophomore outside hitter Brooke Felix digs against Lewisville on Friday at CHS Arena. The Cowgirls defeated the Farmers, 25-13, 22-25, 25-20, 25-17.

Cowgirls overpower Lewisville in four-set victory

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
October 21, 2024
The vice presidential debate between Senator J.D. Vance and Governor Tim Walz was broadcasted by CBS News on Oct. 1. The Sidekick staff writer Hamza Zakir thinks the vice presidential debate is indicative of a more intellectual and respectful future for American politics.

Vice presidential 2024 debate recap: Respect in America

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
October 8, 2024
Author Raina Telgemeier thanks the crowd for attending her book signing event. Telgemeier held an hour-long career talk and book signing event at the Coppell Arts Center. Photo illustration by Safiya Azam.

[Photo] Telgemeier brings community together through comics

Elizabeth De Santiago, Staff Writer
September 30, 2024
Librarian Bri Praslicka presents SAT and ACT prep tools to students and parents at the ACT and SAT prep resources meeting at the Cozby Library and Community Commons on Wednesday. The meeting allowed parents and students to ask questions and learn about study resources available for the SAT and ACT.

Cozby Library provides SAT, ACT prep resources for members

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
September 26, 2024
Political opinions are often disregarded when interacting with others. The Sidekick staff writer Hamza Zakir argues that individuals should be held accountable for their views and statements, rather than having them dismissed for being “political”.

Your politics reveal your morality

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
September 18, 2024
Author Raina Telgemeier autographs a fan’s copy of her second memoir “Sisters” during her book signing event. Telgemeier held an hour-long career talk and book signing event at the Coppell Arts Center on Saturday.

Telgemeier hosts book talk at arts center

Hamza Zakir, Hamza
September 18, 2024
On Aug. 31, Coppell attended the annual Marcus Coach T Invitational Meet in Denton for Cross Country.

Boys Cross Country takes third at Marcus Invitational

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
September 12, 2024
Coppell High School forensics teacher Catherine Murphy aspires to spark inspiration in her students through hands-on activities. Murphy leaves a positive impact on those who step foot in her class.

Faculty Focus: Murphy shaping student futures through forensics

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
September 3, 2024
Board of Friends secretary Bobbie Baumgarten and president Steve Charters discuss the details of the Coppell Cozby Library and Community Commons 50th anniversary celebration. The Coppell Board of Friends holds monthly meetings at the Cozby Library.

Board of Friends plans city library’s 50th anniversary celebration

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
August 27, 2024
Masculinity is one of many social factors that still remain ingrained in the minds of boys everywhere. However, some elements of masculinity have evolved into toxic beliefs, leading to the exhibition of socially hazardous behavior in boys. The Sidekick staff writer Hamza Zakir addresses how toxic masculinity negatively affects the behavior of boys at CHS and ways to reduce the regularity of said behavior.

Real men reject toxic masculinity

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
May 17, 2024
Coppell sophomore Brooks Kaiser spikes to score the winning point against UNC Status. The Pink Panthers won a narrow victory against UNC Status, 10-9. The Coppell volleyball hosted its 22nd annual sand volleyball tournament where students compete in teams to raise money for the program.

Students make waves at annual sand volleyball tournament

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
May 17, 2024

[Video] The Talk: Ramadan Builds Bonds Through Belief

Aliza Abidi, Safiya Azam, Hamza Zakir, and Wendy Le
April 15, 2024
Staff writer Yug Talukdar reflects upon his experience in The Sidekick and how his writing has changed because of the program. Talukdar touches on how journalism has helped him grow beyond just developing as a writer.

[Photo] SJW2024:Journalism helped push me out of my comfort zone, learn new skills

Yug Talukdar, Staff Writer
February 23, 2024
Coppell junior Claire Pafford scrimmages the boys JV2 team at Buddy Echols Field on Dec. 4. The Cowgirls open the 2024 season on Jan. 4 against Wakeland.

Cowgirls, Cowboys ready to take pitch in new season

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
December 13, 2023
Tipping culture is a silent social obligation that has gained popularity in societies today. The Sidekick staff writer Hamza Zakir thinks the social pressure of tipping culture is a negative part of society.

Breaking down the tipping taboo

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
December 11, 2023

[Video] Giving Thanks: My grumpiest friend

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
November 1, 2023

Fast food review: Halal fast food restaurants in the area

Safiya Azam, Aliza Abidi, Hamza Zakir, and Sameeha Syed
October 19, 2023

This or That: Are you a morning bird or night owl? (video)

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
October 17, 2023
As artificial intelligence use increases in classrooms, teachers have developed countermeasures against its usage. In Coppell ISD, ChatGPT is restricted across district devices.

[Photo] AI use among students becomes more prevalent, teachers look for solutions

Yug Talukdar, Staff Writer
October 3, 2023
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