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Olivia Short

Olivia Short, Sports Visual Media Editor

Olivia is a senior and it is her second year on The Sidekick. You can find her listening to music, thrifting, or binge watching tv shows and movies. If you would like to contact her, email her at [email protected]

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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.

[Photo] Murphy takes over Cowboys as new head basketball coach

Namir Awan, Staff Writer
May 22, 2024
Coppell junior quarterback Edward Griffin locates one of his receivers during the Coppell Red and Black scrimmage. After preparing for weeks, the Coppell football team faces Sachse tonight at Buddy Echols Field at 8 p.m. for the season opener.

[Photo] Cowboys hope to bring the heat against Mustangs in opener

Ava Johnson, Sports assignment editor
August 25, 2023
Take it or "Beave" it: a review on Bucees

Take it or “Beave” it: a review on Bucees

Olivia Short, Angelina Liu, and Josh Campbell
May 19, 2023
Joshua Campbell

Joshua Campbell

Olivia Short, Sports Visual Media Editor
May 18, 2023
Title IX Trail Blazers encourage students to pursue excellence

[Video] Title IX Trail Blazers encourage students to pursue excellence

April 20, 2023
Former WBL player and recognized ball handler Tanya Criever spins two basketballs during her Spin-tacular Basketball Show at Town Center Elementary School on March 30. Criever visited Town Center Elementary with the nonprofit organization Legends of the Ball consisting of members of the first women's professional basketball league. Photo by Olivia Short.

Title IX Trail Blazers empower students at Town Center

Olivia Short, Sports Visual Media Editor
April 20, 2023
Coppell girls basketball celebrates its win against Allen at Creekview High School on Monday. Coppell defeated Allen in overtime, 41-38.

[Photo] The road to state

March 31, 2023
Coppell sophomore pitcher Kayla Shannon pitches against Plano East on Wednesday at CISD Baseball/Softball Complex. The Cowgirls took down the Panthers, 5-4.

Coppell locks in during fourth inning to secure victory

Olivia Short, Sports Visual Media Editor
April 14, 2023
Coppell senior pitcher Andrew Schultz pitches at the Coppell ISD Baseball/Softball Complex on Tuesday. Coppell defeated Plano West, 12-2, on Tuesday.

[Photo] Cowboys shut out Wolves with 10-run rule

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
April 6, 2023
On Feb. 13 the Coppell ISD Board of Trustees voted to approve the proposed bond package to be a referendum on the ballot for the May 6 election. The bond package totals $321.511 million and includes renovations to athletic facilities, the addition of fine arts buildings, lifecycle replacements of technology for students and staff and improvements to campus security.

[Photo] Building for tomorrow

Manasa Mohan and Sri Achanta
March 31, 2023
The Coppell softball team celebrates a victorious win against Plano at the Coppell ISD Baseball/Softball Complex on Tuesday. The Cowgirls defeated the Wildcats, 4-0.

[Photo] Cowgirls out of losing streak after defeating Plano Lady Wildcats

Nashad Mohamed, Staff Writer
March 29, 2023
Coppell junior wrestler Ava Payne does landmines during wrestling practice on March 4. Weight lifting bolsters athletes in countless ways by improving assets like strength as well as motivation and discipline.

[Photo] A new upcoming in weight training

Araceli Reynoso, Staff Writer
March 28, 2023
In film and television, many people ignore red flags or villainy in characters because of their looks. The Sidekick executive editor-in-chief thinks that pretty privilege tends to cause lines to blur when viewing villains.

[Photo] The beauty and the beast

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
March 27, 2023
Coppell senior forward Jules LaMendola holds up the Class 6A Region I championship trophy while the rest of the team celebrates at Wilkerson-Greines Activity Center in Fort Worth on Saturday. Coppell defeated Little Elm, 51-47, to advance to its first state tournament. Coppell plays Northside Clark in the Class 6A semifinals at 7 p.m. Friday at Alamodome in San Antonio. Photo illustration by Srihari Yechangunja and Olivia Short

Interactive: Cowgirls head to state semifinals in San Antonio

Srihari Yechangunja and Olivia Short
March 2, 2023
Coppell senior guard Macey Mercer and senior guard Jules LaMendola celebrate after winning against Little Elm at Wilkerson-Greines Activity Center in Fort Worth on Saturday. Coppell defeated Little Elm, 51-47, to advance to its first state tournament. Coppell plays Northside Clark in the Class 6A semifinals at 7 p.m. Friday at Alamodome in San Antonio.

[Photo] State bound: Cowgirls saddle up for first state tournament in program history

Ava Johnson, Staff Writer
February 27, 2023
Pen to paper (interactive)

Pen to paper (interactive)

Srihari Yechangunja, Olivia Short, and Sahith Mocharla
February 23, 2023
Coppell senior forward Jules LaMendola holds the Class 6A Region I area championship trophy at Euless Trinity on Thursday. Coppell defeated Highland Park to become 6A Area Champions, 54-41.

[Photo] Cowgirls corral Scots in second round of playoffs

Ava Johnson, Staff Writer
February 19, 2023
Coppell girls basketball celebrates its win against Allen at Creekview High School on Monday. Coppell defeated Allen in overtime, 41-38. Photo by Olivia Short.

[Photo] Working overtime: Cowgirls clip Eagles in bi-district playoff thriller

Ava Johnson, Staff Writer
February 15, 2023
Coppell senior attack Spencer Kutchins checks against Flower Mound at Lesley Field on Feb. 6. Coppell defeated Flower Mound, 10-5. Photo by Olivia Short.

Boys lacrosse celebrates first district win

Olivia Short, Sports Visual Media Editor
February 14, 2023
Coppell senior midfield Sean Simpson shoots against Flower Mound at Lesley Field on Monday. The Coppell boys lacrosse team defeated Flower Mound, 10-5.

[Photo] Coppell cradles in victory against Jaguars for first district game

Ava Johnson, Staff Writer
February 8, 2023
Coppell senior guard Waverly Hassman makes a jump shot against Lewisville at the CHS Arena on Tuesday. Coppell defeated Lewisville, 56-42. Photo by Olivia Short

[Photo] Cowgirls make program history while taking down Farmers

Ava Johnson, Staff Writer
January 26, 2023
Can Coppell High School successfully kick a PAT?

[Video] Can Coppell High School successfully kick a PAT?

January 24, 2023
Dear CHS is a Sidekick series where staff members answer questions and offer advice on various topics. Stories will be posted weekly on Fridays.

Your own Sidekick: How to identify a toxic relationship

Olivia Short, Sports Visual Media Editor
January 20, 2023
Coppell junior goalkeeper Jacob Campell saves a shot from San Antonio Harlan at Buddy Echols Field on Jan. 5. Coppell defeated Harlan in a shootout to break a tie of 0-0, winning by penalty kicks, 3-1. Photo by Olivia Short.

Coppell brings home win in shootout

Olivia Short, Sports Visual Media Editor
January 12, 2023
Coppell junior midfielder Sam Stone passes against San Antonio Harlan at Buddy Echols Field on Thursday. On Thursday, the Cowboys defeated Harlan, 3-1 in the penalty shootout. On Friday, it won over Southlake Carroll 4-0, and defeated Irving, 1-0, on Saturday to claim the title.

[Photo] Cowboys first-time champions in NTX Elite Showcase

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
January 10, 2023
The CHS cross country team placed third at state in November. The victory comes after a dominant season. Photo by Olivia Short.

[Photo] Cross country brings home third in state

Nyah Rama, Staff Writer
December 14, 2022
Coppell freshman forward Sibu Socks makes a jump shot against Richardson at CHS Arena on Nov. 29. Coppell defeated Richardson, 68-64. Photo by Olivia Short.

Coppell pulls ahead in fourth quarter, winning against Richardson

Olivia Short, Sports visual media editor
December 6, 2022
Coppell junior forward Arhan Lapsiwala looks to pass as he's guarded by Richardson senior shooting guard Pharaoh Amadi at CHS Arena on Tuesday. Coppell rallied to defeat Richardson, 68-64. Photo by Olivia Short.

[Photo] Cowboys rally to defeat state-ranked Richardson in thrilling non district action

Tvisha Jindal, Staff Writer & Photographer
December 6, 2022
Coppell senior linebacker Ike Odimegwu tackles a Hebron player to end a drive. Coppell defeated Hebron 43-35 at Buddy Echols Field on October 21st.

[Photo] Making a family from Football: Odimegwu’s mentality helps shape the Cowboys’ season

Sidekick Staff Files
November 30, 2022
Coppell senior wide receiver Zack Darkoch stands with the American flag on Heroes Night at Buddy Echols Field on Oct. 21. Darkoch grows in confidence in his wide receiver position as a senior.

[Photo] Leader by example: Darkoch’s approach helps guide Cowboys back to playoffs

Sidekick staff files
November 22, 2022
The Coppell football team runs through a banner prior to the game against McKinney at Buddy Echols Field on Nov. 11. McKinney defeated Coppell, 44-26, in the Class 6A Division II Region I bi-district playoffs.

[Photo] Cowboys fall to McKinney in bi-district playoffs

November 18, 2022
Junior linebacker Amari’a Wiley tackles McKinney senior quarterback Keldric Luster on a QB rush. McKinney defeated Coppell, 44-26, in the Class 6A Division II Region I bi-district playoffs on Friday at Buddy Echols Field. The Cowboys end the season 9-2.

[Photo] Season of resurgence ends with loss to McKinney

Sahith Mocharla, Staff Writer
November 12, 2022
Signing onto their future (interactive)

Signing onto their future (interactive)

Srihari Yechangunja, Olivia Short, and Sahith Mocharla
November 12, 2022
Mic'd Up: Volleyball

Mic’d Up: Volleyball

Olivia Short, Sports visual media editor
November 4, 2022

Q&A with The Wildcat Tales co-editor-in-chief Nina Cairo

Olivia Short, Sports visual media editor
November 3, 2022

Guyer holds off Cowgirls in bi-district playoffs

Olivia Short, Sports visual media editor
November 2, 2022
Coppell High School seniors played tug-of-war against CHS teachers after winning a match against CHS juniors at Buddy Echols Field on Friday. Coppell held a pep rally for students to raise school spirit for the volleyball and football games.

Students raise spirit in Pep Rally

Olivia Short, Sports visual media editor
October 28, 2022
Coppell Cowboys run onto the field after halftime against Hebron at Buddy Echols Field on Oct. 21. Coppell faces the Plano Wildcats tonight at Home.

Coppell honors veterans on Heroes Night against Hebron

Shrayes Gunna and Olivia Short
October 28, 2022
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