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Josh Campbell

Josh Campbell, Page Design Editor

Josh is a Senior designer, photographer and writer on his third year for The Sidekick, as well as the Page Design Editor for our print issues. He has experience in professional graphic design, and hopes to pursue a degree in animation. You can contact him through his email at [email protected], on Instagram @28.c.a.m.p.b.e.l.l or on Twitter  @JoshDC004.

All content by Josh Campbell
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
Coppell junior Aidan McFarlane poses on the podium at the District 5/6A Area Track and Field meet on April 21 at Buddy Echols Field. Coppell qualified 23 athletes to area while also becoming back-to-back boys District 6-6A champions.

[Photo] Sports recap: Track and field

Aliza Abidi, Business Manager
May 18, 2023
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Olivia Short

Josh Campbell, Page Design Editor
May 18, 2023
Coppell senior Sky Schuller won gold at the Class 6A State Track and Field Championships at Mike A. Myers Stadium in Austin on Saturday. She was the only competitor to clear 13 feet, 6 inches, solidifying her first place win.

[Photo] Schuller reaching new heights, making Coppell history in pole vault

Ava Johnson, Staff Writer
May 15, 2023
With streaming services there’s more music available than ever before. The Sidekick page design editor Josh Campbell goes back to 20 years ago to find four of 2003’s best rock albums.

Rock redux: the peaks of 2003

Josh Campbell, Page design editor
May 11, 2023
Coppell junior Aidan McFarlane leaps over a hurdle in the 300-meter hurdle, finishing with a time of 39.79 seconds, setting a personal record at the Coppell Relays on Saturday. Coppell boys took home first place with girls taking second overall.

Coppell track and field continue success at home

Josh Campbell, Page Design Editor
March 13, 2023
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[Photo] Boys take first, girls second at annual Coppell Relays

Sahith Mocharla, Staff Writer
March 5, 2023
White Reaper vocalist Tony Esposito performs alongside guitarist Hunter Thompson at the Granada Theater on Feb 15. White Reaper is currently touring with Narrow Head and Taipei Houston on the Asking For a Ride Tour, making a stop on Feb 15. at the Granada Theater.

Moshing at the movies, White Reaper, Narrow Head, Taipei Houston at the Granada Theater

Josh Campbell, Page Design Editor
March 2, 2023
The Prancing Horse shines on a Ferrari 308 GTSi alongside several supercars and classics. Hosted at HG SPLY CO. in Trophy Club on Jan. 27, local car enthusiasts meet for Cars and Coffee Southlake.

Cars and Coffee Southlake warms up morning

Josh Campbell, Page Design Editor
February 14, 2023
With only half a second left in the fourth quarter, Coppell junior forward Arhan Lapsiwala shoots a free throw to score the game winning point in a 56-55 victory. Coppell took victory at CHS Arena on Tuesday night against the Lewisville farmers.

[Photo] Cowboys squeak past Lewisville for the win in thrilling last second action

Nyah Rama, Staff Writer
February 1, 2023
Aberdeen Is Dead guitarist Matt Bolling performs with vocalist Jake Linder, drummer Mitchell Morehouse and bassist Anthony Brown. Aberdeen Is Dead performed at Deep Ellum Art Co. alongside openers Max Diaz, Five Point Palm Exploding Heart Technique and Mudd Puppies on Jan. 13.

Rock thriving with local band Aberdeen Is Dead

Josh Campbell, Page Design Editor
January 20, 2023
Aberdeen Is Dead vocalist Jake Linder performs with guitarist Matt Bolling, drummer Mitchell Morehouse and bassist Anthony Brown. Aberdeen Is Dead performed at Deep Ellum Art Co. alongside openers Max Diaz, Five Point Palm Exploding Heart Technique and Mudd Puppies on Jan. 13.

Aberdeen Is Dead bringing Deep Ellum to life

Josh Campbell, Page Design Editor
January 19, 2023
Coppell won the North Texas Elite Showcase championship against Irving, 1-0, on Saturday at Buddy Echols Field. On Thursday, the Cowboys defeated San Antonio Harlan, 3-1, in the penalty shootout. On Friday, it won over Southlake Carroll 4-0.

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

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
January 10, 2023
The Sidekick Staff's Albums of the Year

The Sidekick Staff’s Albums of the Year

Saniya Koppikar and Josh Campbell
December 15, 2022
While Christmas may be one of the most popular holidays in America, there are many who don't celebrate it. The Sidekick staff writer Wendy Le shares her experience not celebrating Christmas and how she spends her time instead.

[Photo] Celebrating an unconventional Christmas

Wendy Le, Staff Writer
December 15, 2022
The Sidekick Staff's Songs of the Year

The Sidekick Staff’s Songs of the Year

Saniya Koppikar and Josh Campbell
December 14, 2022
The Coppell student section cheers on the Coppell football team as it faces 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 by Josh Campbell.

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

November 18, 2022
Plugging in... Formula 1 Austin recap

Plugging in… Formula 1 Austin recap

Josh Campbell, Page Design Editor
November 17, 2022
The Coppell offensive lines up on the line of scrimmage in the pouring rain. Beating the Jaguars 39-21 at Neil E. Wilson Stadium, Coppell has successfully clinched its spot in the playoffs moving 5-1 in the district.

Coppell clinches playoff spot after wet game

Josh Campbell, Page Design Editor
November 3, 2022
Scuderia Ferrari team driver Charles Leclerc cruises through turn six at the Circuit of the Americas on Oct. 23. Leclerc finished third at the United States Grand Prix at COTA in Austin, his teammate Carlos Saiz was less fortunate with a first lap incident leaving him with a DNF.

Formula 1 draws record crowds to Austin

Josh Campbell, Page Design Editor
November 3, 2022
Coppell Cowboys celebrate its win over the Flower Mound Jaguars after Friday’s damp game. Beating the Jaguars 39 - 21 at Neil E. Wilson Stadium, Coppell has successfully clinched its spot in the playoffs moving 5 - 1 in the district.

[Photo] C​​owboys defeat Jaguars to clinch a spot in playoffs

Araceli Reynoso, Staff Writer
October 30, 2022
With our lives becoming increasingly digital, it's important that we find tangible aspects of life to enjoy. The Sidekick page design editor Josh Campbell thinks that especially for the music industry, we show our appreciation for the physical sides of music.

An addict to plastic

Josh Campbell, Page design editor
October 17, 2022
EARTHGANG member WowGr8 sits upon steps of the stage during the opening set for Gorillaz on Oct. 1. at Toyota Music Factory. Gorillaz is traveling on its North American Fall 2022 Tour before its Cracker Island album is released on Feb. 24. Photo by Josh Campbell.

[Photo] Gorillaz bring “Momentary Bliss” to fans

October 12, 2022
Retaining teachers has been a difficulty that school districts across Texas have faced due to issues of low pay and high workload. Many wonder why money collected from property tax cannot be translated to higher pay for teachers, and the answer is Recapture.

[Photo] Recapturing the passion for teaching

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
October 11, 2022
Coppell sophomore safety Weston Polk prepares to lead the team back into the game after a scoreless first half on Sept. 30 at Max Goldsmith Stadium. Lewisville ended Coppell’s undefeated win streak, 38-3.

Coppell faces first loss against Lewisville

Josh Campbell, Page design editor
October 6, 2022
Coppell junior wide receiver Luca Grosoli comes up short against Lewisville Junior safety Jaydan Hardy. Coppell football ended its undefeated win streak against the Lewisville Farmers at Max Goldsmith stadium on Friday night, 38 -3.

[Photo] Lewisville’s strength plows Cowboys in handing Coppell its first season defeat.

Sahith Mocharla, Staff Writer
October 2, 2022
Gorillaz released its second single, “New Gold,” off its upcoming album Cracker Island, releasing Feb. 24. The new single features long-awaited collaborator Tame Impala and returning guest feature Bootie Brown.

Tame Impala shines on Gorillaz’s latest single

Josh Campbell, Page design editor
September 12, 2022
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[Photo] Plugging in… college application essays

Angelina Liu, Editor-in-chief
September 12, 2022
The animation medium and its workers are under a constant struggle with a lack of respect in the industry, being mocked at the Oscars, lack of funding and scheduling cancellations. The Sidekick senior page design editor Josh Campbell wants to show the disrespect going on behind the scenes, and bring praise for animation into the spotlight.

When others don’t, direct your acclaim to animation

Josh Campbell, Page design editor
September 2, 2022
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[Photo] Cowboys face Mustangs in Wiley’s debut

August 25, 2022
Coppell High School students exit the building after their fourth period class on the first day of school on Wednesday. CHS and CHS9 both have reimplemented C days on most Fridays for the 2022-23 school year.

[Photo] Submersed in our first day back

Nandini Muresh, Photo Editor
August 18, 2022
Coppell junior Megan Judd begins her leg of the 4x200-meter relay after receiving the baton from senior D’Aira Green at Buddy Echols Field on March 5 at the Coppell Relays. Last weekend, the Cowboys and Cowgirls competed in the Class 6A Region I Track and Field Meet seeking to qualify for state.

[Photo] Schuller advancing to state in pole vault, high jump

Nathan Cheng, Staff Writer
May 5, 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a shortage of K-12 teachers. In this increasingly competitive field, Coppell ISD works to keep teachers coming to the district through higher pay and other incentives.

[Photo] District banking on various selling points to retain high-quality educators

Anjali Krishna, Executive Editor-in-Chief
April 8, 2022
Coppell residents gather in the Coppell Arts Center lobby before the Front & Center speaker series with NFL defensive lineman Solomon Thomas and his father Chris Thomas on Sunday night. Solomon is a 2014 Coppell High School graduate, who is currently with the New York Jets, along with working with the Defensive Line Foundation to raise awareness for mental health for young people of color.

[Photo] “Vulnerability is true strength”

Trisha Atluri, Executive Entertainment Editor
April 4, 2022
Coppell junior Sky Schuller clears the pole vault crossbar at Buddy Echols Field on Saturday at the Coppell Relays. The Cowboys placed first at the Coppell Relays while the Cowgirls took second place.

Athletes break records at Coppell Relays

Josh Campbell, Staff Designer
March 9, 2022
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Teachers Teach Us: How to use a pottery wheel

Josh Campbell, Staff Designer
March 4, 2022
For Black athletes, segregation laws and racial prejudices have kept them from being able to play with white athletes. Today, people of all races can compete with fewer limitations and with more athletes to look back upon for inspiration.

[Photo] #BlackHistoryMonth: Breaking the race barrier

Sri Achanta, News Editor
February 28, 2022
Coppell High School junior Alexis Sibanda draws mouths from reference for a portrait project. Sibanda’s artwork depicts her friends and family, often commentating on social justice issues.

[Photo] #BlackHistoryMonth: A surreal window into Sibanda’s world

Shrayes Gunna, Staff Writer
February 28, 2022
Scholastic Journalism Week is a yearly celebration of student reporting, held from Feb. 21-25 with the theme of amplifying voices. In the spirit of #SJW, The Sidekick adviser Chase Wofford thinks that true adrenaline rush in the D115 newsroom comes from the urgency of reporting and deadlines.

[Photo] #SJW2022: Adrenaline rush of deadlines encompasses spirit of top scholastic journalists

Chase Wofford, The Sidekick adviser
February 24, 2022
Wild Texas Weather

Wild Texas Weather

Josh Campbell, Staff Designer
January 28, 2022
Teslas and other electric cars are gaining popularity as a more environmentally friendly alternative. The Sidekick staff designer Josh Campbell thinks electric cars are not the solution to modern vehicles’ environmental consequences. Graphic by Ashley Qian

Shocker, electric vehicles aren’t the solution

Josh Campbell, Staff Designer
January 27, 2022
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[Photo] From George Coppell to… new year’s resolutions

Angelina Liu, Visual Media Editor
January 22, 2022
Coppell senior guard Devank Rane calls a play against Lewisville on Friday at CHS Arena. Coppell defeated Lewisville, 69-49.

[Photo] Cowboys set tone early, defeat Farmers in absence of Agarwal

Meer Mahfuz, Staff Writer
January 9, 2022
The early 2000s were a great time for rock, along with music in general, although for many high school students these songs may get lost in the new era of streaming. The Sidekick designer Josh Campbell highlights some of the best rock albums of 2001 two decades later.

Rock redux: The best of 2001

Josh Campbell, Staff Designer
December 8, 2021
Coppell senior forward Ryan Agarwal passes against Amarillo in Coppell Large Gym yesterday. The Cowboys and Cowgirls went undefeated on the first day of the Coppell Tipoff Classic, a 20-team tournament.

[Photo] Cowboys starts strong on first day of Coppell Tipoff Classic

Meer Mahfuz, Staff Writer
November 19, 2021
For many, music plays a large part of their daily life, no matter the format it’s consumed in. For The Sidekick staff writer Saniya Koppikar, music eases anxiety through times of stress.

[Photo] Giving thanks: To my earbuds

Saniya Koppikar, Staff Writer
November 18, 2021
Spotify is one of the largest audio streaming services in the world. This Thanksgiving, The Sidekick editor-in-chief Anjali Krishna is thankful for Spotify and all the music it’s provided her.

[Photo] Giving thanks: A love letter to Spotify

Anjali Krishna, Executive Editor-in-Chief
November 17, 2021
Never too old for Halloween

Never too old for Halloween

Josh Campbell, Staff Designer
November 1, 2021
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