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The official student news site of Coppell High School

Coppell Student Media

The official student news site of Coppell High School

Coppell Student Media

Naila Ali

Naila Ali, Sports Photography Editor/Social Media Manager

Naila Ali is a sophomore and first year staff writer for The Sidekick.

After joining yearbook in 8th grade as a fun extracurricular, Naila fell in love with writing and photography. Now, in joining the sidekick, she looks forward to covering sports and various events around Coppell. With a love for writing and photography, she can’t wait to see where this program leads her. 

When she’s not working on Sidekick assignments, you can find her hanging out with friends and family, FaceTiming for hours, watching Texas Longhorn football games, doing something outdoors, studying, or playing soccer.

You can contact her at [email protected].

All content by Naila Ali
Coppell junior outside hitter Brooke Felix hits against Allen on Oct. 30 at Hebron High School. The Eagles defeated the Cowgirls, 3-0 (25-13, 25-20, 25-11), in the Class 6A Region I bi-district playoffs. Photo by Naila Ali

[Photo] 114 points to finish off season

Reece Murry, Girls Sports Editor
November 7, 2025
Coppell senior cornerback Tyree Roberson (1) and safety Tyrell Roberson (2) play on Oct. 17 at Buddy Echols Field. The twins have played alongside each other since the beginning of their careers. Photo by Naila Ali (Naila Ali)

[Photo] Robersons anchor Coppell defense

Reece Murry, Girls Sports Editor
October 23, 2025
Coppell sophomore quarterback Carter Zingelmann leads the Coppell offense Friday night. Zingelmann has been playing football since he was 5 years old and earned his starting spot by dedicating himself to extra work, often rising before dawn for conditioning. Photo by Naila Ali

From early mornings to Friday nights, preparation pays off for sophomore quarterback

Naila Ali, sports photography editor/social media manager
October 22, 2025
Coppell sophomore safety Daylon Montgomery, senior running back Dylan McAfee and sophomore wide receiver Jacob Anene celebrate a touchdown against Lewisville on Friday at Buddy Echols Field. The Cowboys defeated the Fighting Farmers, 41-23.

[Photo] Cowboys herd the farmers home

Raima Awan, Boys Sports Editor
October 20, 2025
The Coppell cheerleading captains senior Yansy Martinez, senior Amaya Navarro, junior Shianne Bell, senior Madyx Lee, senior Ivana Leal Castro and senior Avery Ayers pose at the football game against Arlington Bowie on Sept. 12 at Buddy Echols Field. Coppell team is a five-time National Cheerleaders Association champion. Photo by Naila Ali

[Photo] Cheer Captains Corner: The spiriting of Coppell

Gia Ajani, Business/Sponsorships Manager
September 30, 2025
Coppell junior running back Jayden George finds an opening and runs up the field for a touchdown against Arlington Bowie on Friday at Buddy Echols Field. The Cowboys beat the Volunteers, 47-26. Photo by Naila Ali

Coppell charges to victory on homecoming night

Naila Ali, Sports photography editor/social media manager
September 22, 2025
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