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Kayla Nguyen

Kayla Nguyen, Executive Photography Editor

Kayla is a junior and the Executive Photography Editor for The Sidekick. She loves music and trying out new coffee shops with friends. Kayla loves taking photos and is especially a fan of sports photography. Outside of The Sidekick she loves running her digital camera instagram account (@kaylasdigicams) and going to work.

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Coppell High School senior Brianna Henderson has accumulated more than 18,000 followers on TikTok (@brezyh). Henderson films fashion related content, posting curated style videos and brand sponsorships. Photo by Kayla Nguyen, Photo illustration by Sofia Exposito

[Photo] Henderson stars on TikTok with a passion for fashion

Pranavi Ramineni, Staff Designer
May 17, 2024
The Sidekick executive photography editor expresses her appreciation for the guidance and support given to her by editorial page editor Aliza Abidi. Senior odes is a series of recognition for graduating Sidekick seniors.

An ode to The Sidekick’s seniors: Aliza Abidi

Kayla Nguyen, Executive Photography Editor
May 7, 2024
Coppell High School sophomore Kaitlyn Tapia qualified for the Tournament of Champions, held this month at the University of Kentucky. Tapia has been involved in competitive debate for the past seven years.

[Photo] Tapia tallying trail of debate accolades (with video)

Minori Kunte, Staff Cartoonist
April 23, 2024
Coppell senior midfield Kate Nelson takes a shot at Coppell Middle School North on Tuesday. The Cowgirls defeated Lovejoy, 15-13. Kayla Nguyen

[Photo] Coppell girls lacrosse prevails over Lovejoy in thrilling game

Sabah Uddin
April 12, 2024
Coppell senior forward Sadie Ozymy defends Prosper sophomore defender Rhiannon Mahon at Prosper ISD Children’s Health Stadium on March 26. The Eagles defeated the Cowgirls, 2-1, in the Class 6A Region I bi-district playoffs during the second overtime period.

Eagles soar past Cowgirls in second overtime slam

Kayla Nguyen and Rhea Chowdhary
April 5, 2024
Coppell senior forward Gareth Meza Murillo breaks past Prosper senior defender Tate Jones at Prosper Children’s Health Stadium on March 26. The Eagles defeated the Cowboys, 2-0, in the Class 6A Region I bi-district playoffs.

Prosper prevails over Coppell in bi-district playoffs

Kayla Nguyen, Executive Photography Editor
April 5, 2024
Coppell senior defender Hannah Rosson cries following a loss to the Eagles at Prosper Children’s Health Stadium on Tuesday. Prosper defeated Coppell, 2-1, during second overtime in the Class 6A Region I bi-district playoffs.

[Photo] Prosper overtime goal knocks Cowgirls out in first round of playoffs

Ava Johnson, Sports assignment editor
March 28, 2024
Coppell senior goalkeeper Jacob Campbell misses a save on a free kick by Prosper senior forward Caden Berg at Prosper Children’s Health Stadium on Tuesday. The Eagles defeated the Cowboys, 2-0, in the Class 6A Region I bi-district playoffs.

[Photo] Playoff journey ends in defeat to Prosper

Namir Awan, Staff Writer
March 27, 2024
Coppell junior forward Caden Naef and Plano East senior midfielder Toby Nouanesengsy rush for possession at Buddy Echols Field on March 1. Coppell plays Prosper at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday in the Class 6A Division Region I bi-district playoffs at Children’s Health Stadium at PISD.

[Photo] Coppell set to clash with Prosper in playoff opener

Namir Awan, Staff Writer
March 25, 2024
Coppell High School junior Yashitha Chunduru was announced as president of Texas DECA on Feb. 17. Chunduru has been in DECA since her freshman year and has made an impact both in the club and District 11.

[Photo] Madam President: Chunduru stepping into role as Texas DECA President

Nyah Rama, CHS9 Editor
March 21, 2024
Coppell senior midfielder Anson Skorka and Plano East senior midfielder Duncan Sullivan rush to gain possession at Buddy Echols Field on Friday. The Cowboys tied the Panthers, 0-0.

Cowboys, Panthers battle to scoreless draw

Kayla Nguyen and Medha Kanamarlapudi
March 7, 2024
Coppell senior forward Gareth Meza Murillo drives the ball away from Plano East sophomore forward/midfielder Jordy Rocha Cigarroa at Buddy Echols Field on Friday. The Cowboys host Flower Mound on Friday at 7:30 p.m. at Buddy Echols Field in the final home match of the season.

[Photo] Cowboys host district leader Flower Mound in critical final home match

Ava Johnson, Sports assignment editor
March 7, 2024
Coppell High School English III teacher Sean Smith keeps a collection of old issues of The Sidekick from when he served as The Sidekick entertainment editor from 1994-96. Smith attended CHS from 1992-96 and his love of words and writing brought him back to CHS as a teacher.

[Photo] Smith using CHS roots to make lasting impact on students

Nyah Rama, CHS9 Editor
February 28, 2024
Coppell junior forward J McGill and Plano East junior forward Mark Khoury fight for possession at Buddy Echols Field on Friday. The match concluded in a 0-0 tie.

[Photo] Cowboys miss the back of the net against Panthers in a scoreless draw

Yug Talukdar, Staff Writer
March 3, 2024
Coppell senior left-back defender Manav Kapadia hits a header at Buddy Echols Field on Feb. 6. Kapadia is a varsity soccer player, Coppell Red Jacket and a National Merit finalist.

[Photo] Kapadia kicking into each goal

Rhea Choudhary, Staff Writer
March 1, 2024
Coppell senior guard Atia Medenica looks for an open teammate while being guarded by Allen sophomore guard Simone Richmond at Lake Dallas High School on Monday. The Cowgirls fell to the Eagles, 55-49, in the Class 6A Region I bi-district playoffs.

[Photo] Allen avenges consecutive bi-district losses with unfaltering lead

Ava Johnson, Sports Assignment Editor
February 15, 2024
Coppell senior forward Gareth Meza Murillo passes at Buddy Echols Field on Feb. 6. The Cowboys defeated Hebron, who entered the match in first place for District 6-6A, 3-0.

Cowboys clip Hawks with first half hold

Kayla Nguyen, Executive Photography Editor
February 13, 2024
Coppell senior midfielder Anson Skorka hits a header against Hebron at Buddy Echols Field on Tuesday. The Cowboys play Plano on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. on Buddy Echols Field.

[Photo] Cowboys hoping for stellar performance against Plano

Yug Talukdar, Staff Writer
February 12, 2024
Coppell junior forward J McGill breaks past Hebron defense at Buddy Echols Field on Tuesday. The Cowboys beat the Hawks, 3-0.

[Photo] Coppell victorious over Hebron, 3-0

Anvita Bondada, Staff Writer
February 8, 2024
Coppell senior forward Gareth Meza Murillo dribbles against Azle at Buddy Echols Field on Jan. 19. The Cowboys plays Hebron at 7:30 p.m. at Buddy Echols Field on Tuesday.

[Photo] Boys soccer seeking district win against Hebron

Anvita Bondada, Staff Writer
February 6, 2024
Coppell JV Bronze-Green Hockey team listen to coach DJ Graham detail instructions for practice. Coppell hockey has won consecutive state championships, but this year a smaller roster has resulted in a growing JV team.

[Photo] Rebuild mode for Coppell hockey is in session

Namir Awan, Staff Writer
February 1, 2024
Coppell players celebrate a goal scored by Coppell junior midfielder Caden Naef at Buddy Echols Field on Jan. 19. Coppell defeated Azle, 4-0.

Cowboys cruise to victory against Azle in final nondistrict match

Kayla Nguyen, Executive Photography Editor
January 29, 2024
Dwight Goodwin is Coppell ISD’s new executive director of technology. Goodwin formerly worked as a middle school history teacher and tennis coach at Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD, and started working for CISD on Jan. 2.

[Photo] Goodwin bringing new skills to the table as director of technology

Yug Talukdar, Staff Writer
January 24, 2024
Coppell junior defender Chris Diaz plays a ball against Azle at Buddy Echols Field on Friday. The Cowboys plays Plano West in the first District 6-6A game of the season at 7:30 p.m. at Buddy Echols Field on Tuesday.

[Photo] Cowboys soccer taking on Plano West in first district game of season

Nyah Rama, CHS9 Editor
January 23, 2024
Coppell forward Luis Mendez looks to receive a pass at Buddy Echols Field on Jan. 19. Mendez has made remarkable strides in his athletic pursuits while balancing academic commitments as a student-athlete.

[Photo] Mendez juggles the intricacies of being a student-athlete

Wendy Le, Podcast Producer
January 23, 2024
Coppell junior defender Chris Diaz and Azle senior midfielder Daniel Carlston both attempt to secure possession of the ball at Buddy Echols Field on Friday. Coppell won against Azle, 4-0.

Cowboys polish off nondistrict with win against Hornets

Kayla Nguyen, Executive Photography Editor
January 23, 2024
Minimalism, an ideal once centered around living with only the bare necessities, seems to be taking on a new definition. The Sidekick staff designer Kavya Lokhande thinks modern minimalism has strayed from its roots into another excuse for excessive consumerism.

[Photo] A blank dystopia

Kavya Lokhande, Staff Designer
December 15, 2023
Coppell senior guard Ella Spiller attempts to cross up a defender from Frisco Memorial at CHS Arena on Nov. 28. Having played basketball for 13 years, Spiller serves as a leader to the Cowgirls both in and out of the court.

[Photo] Injuries no match for Spiller’s drive

Namir Awan, Staff Photographer
December 7, 2023
Coppell junior forward Sarah Mirza rebounds against Frisco Memorial at CHS Arena on Tuesday. The Cowgirls defeated the Warriors, 58-42. Kayla Nguyen

[Photo] Cowgirls take on Plano West in district opener

Nyah Rama, CHS9 Editor
December 4, 2023
With the arrival of winter, more Coppell High School students are seen wearing UGG shoes and boots. UGG boots and slippers have risen in popularity at Coppell High School with students sporting various styles, worn casually or dressed up. Kayla Nguyen

[Photo] Unboxing the UGGs

Taylor Pham, Staff Writer
December 5, 2023
The Sidekick staff writer Sanghika Pallela gives thanks to scientific fiction classics such as Interstellar. Pallela is appreciative of the joy science fiction media provides. (Kayla Nguyen)

[Photo] My voyage through science fiction films

Sanghika Pallela, Staff Writer
December 1, 2023
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