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Reid Valentine

Reid Valentine, Sports Copy Editor

Reid Valentine is a third-year staffer on The Sidekick who is mainly a sports writer with a passion for feature stories. His dream since being a child has been to anchor SportsCenter on ESPN, and he knows journalism is his ticket there. Reid has many hobbies that include baseball and hanging with friends.

Twitter: @reidv9

All content by Reid Valentine
Coach Clint Schnell talks to his Arlington Martin Warriors team during a time out. Schnell has been named the new boys basketball head coach for Coppell High School.

Back home: Schnell accepts head position for Cowboys basketball

Reid Valentine, Sports Copy Editor
April 27, 2018
Coppell senior designated hitter Reid Valentine who is sports copy editor for The Sidekick, entered high school with a back injury resulting from years of playing baseball. Valentine’s stress fracture gave him a deeper appreciation for playing the game he loves. Photo by Mari Pletta.

Column: The overexertion strikes back: A fracture in life (Part III)

Reid Valentine, Sports Copy Editor
April 18, 2018

[Video] Video: 50th anniversary of MLK assassination

Reid Valentine and Sofia Guerrero
April 4, 2018

[Video] On the Spot: Scholarship season in progress for seniors (with video)

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager
March 20, 2018
Coppell High School sophomore quarterback Brady McBride runs through the Hebron defense. Coppell won the game 26-20. Photo by Amanda Hair.

On the spot: Coppell placed in District 6-6A for 2018-2020

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
February 2, 2018
Fighting the clock: Are the end of Superhero films in sight?

Fighting the clock: Are the end of Superhero films in sight?

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
January 30, 2018
Sexual assault, abuse, and harassment cases have recently been brought to light by the #MeToo movement, encouraging women in sports, Hollywood and the workplace to speak up. In Coppell, the number of reported sexual assault cases has only fluctuated slightly and remained low, ranging from one to nine cases per year.

Can o’ worms

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
January 24, 2018
CHS choir students senior Pryce Wensel, senior Rukmini Waranashiwar, juniorJacob Barnez, senior Riya Mahesh and sophomore Max Madlambayan dress up to school before their Madrigal Feast tonight. They will perform today and tomorrow night in the Coppell High School commons at 7 p.m.

On the Spot: Madrigal Feast garners excitement from members

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
December 10, 2017
The Cowgirl volleyball team fell to College Park during the regional semifinal at Navarro College last night. Coppell won the first set 25-17, and College Park won the next three sets 25-24, 25-22, 25-17 to end Coppell’s season.

Coppell loses to College Park in four sets

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
November 10, 2017
Coppell High School seniors Amanda Colon, Riley Ross and junior Amarachi Osuji play defense  against Lebanon Trail High School  Monday night at Frisco Lebanon Trail’s gymnasium. The Cowgirls defeated the Lady Rangers in  three sets 25-8, 25-15, 25-20 to advance to the area round of the 6A state playoffs.

Uncharted waters: Cowgirls looking to extend longest playoff run since 2012

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
November 7, 2017
Coppell High School AP U.S. History teacher Kevin Casey states his opinion about the Mueller Indictments. Charges include “conspiracy against the United States.”

On the Spot: 4 facts to know about Gates, Manafort indictments

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
November 2, 2017
Coppell High School junior Amarachi Osuji (left), sophomore Peyton Minyard middle) and sophomore Kinsey Bailey (right) play defense against Lebanon Trail High School  Monday night  at Frisco Lebanon Trail’s gymnasium. The Cowgirls defeated the Lady Rangers in  three sets 25-8, 25-15, 25-20 to advance to the area round of the 6A state playoffs.

On to the next one: Cowgirls make quick work of Lady Rangers

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
October 31, 2017
Coppell Cowgirls get in a huddle after Friday night's game in the arena. The Cowgirls defeated the Longhorns in three sets, 25-2, 25-4, and 25-3.

The first of many: Coppell takes on Naaman Forest in bi-district playoff round

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
October 30, 2017
Coppell High School junior Jonathan McGill runs downfield to later score a touchdown during Sept. 1 game at Pennington Field. McGill has five total offers including one from Stanford.

Dual threat dominance: McGill’s hard work, character allow him to excel

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
October 27, 2017
Coppell High School junior Pierce Woodall spikes the ball as the Skyline Lady Raiders defense block the ball yesterday night in the Arena. The Coppell Cowgirls defeated the Skyline Lady Raiders in the three sets 25-9, 25-11, 25-1.

Never in doubt: Cowgirls stifle Lady Raiders in three set sweep

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
October 18, 2017
110 out of 111 former NFL players observed had chronic traumatic encephalopathy, commonly known as CTE according to the New York Times. CTE is the result of repeated head trauma over a long span of time.

Football’s head trauma problem: The reality of the sport

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
September 28, 2017
Coppell High School 2007 graduate Conrad Shindler became a member of the PGA Tour on Aug. 27 in Portland, Ore. Shindler will play in the Safeway Open for his first PGA Tour event Oct. 2-7 at the Safeway Open in Napa, Calif.

Just the beginning: Coppell alum Conrad Shindler earns PGA card

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
September 21, 2017
Assistant sports editor Erik Young of The Eagle Angle student newspaper.

Q&A with an Eagle: Allen’s assistant sports editor talks about Friday’s matchup

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
September 14, 2017
Coppell High School senior defensive specialist Ava Racz sets to junior Amarachi Osuji during last night’s match at the Coppell High School Arena against Pearce on Tuesday night. The Cowgirls defeated the Lady Mustangs, 25-21, 25-23, 24-26, 25-14, in their first home district game.

Wake up call: A rough third set leads to Coppell responding with a win

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
September 13, 2017
Coppell High School junior Amarachi Osuji and freshman Madison Gilliland jump to make a block during Friday night’s game in the Arena. The Cowgirls played against the Allen Eagles and ended the match losing straight sets (27-29, 12-25, 20-25) against the Lady Eagles.

Preview: Coppell squares off against Pearce at home

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
September 12, 2017
Coppell High School freshman multisport athlete Lauren Kellett runs a relay race at Buddy Echols Field during the Coppell Relays on March 4. Kellet won The Sidekick’s Freshman Athlete of the Year honors. Photo by Kelly Monaghan.

A leg up

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
May 23, 2017
Chick-fil-awesome

Chick-fil-awesome

Reid Valentine, Staff writer
April 25, 2017
(Left the right): Steph “Aquaman” Curry, LeBron “Superman” James, Kevin “Green Lantern” Durant, Isaiah “Flash” Thomas, Russell “Batman” Westbrook. Lead by LeBron “Superman” James, the Justice League: NBA will aim to save basketball using their wonderful and unique powers. Graphic by Wren Lee.

Sports Blog: Justice League- NBA

Reid Valentine, Staff writer
March 7, 2017
Coppell junior forward and Arkansas commit Tyler Runnels possesses the ball in the Cowgirls 5-0 win over Richardson on Tuesday night. The Cowgirls extended their winning streak to 13. Photo by Chloe Navarro.

Girls dominate in 5-0 win over Richardson Lady Eagles

Reid Valentine, Staff writer
February 16, 2017
Coppell Performance Course director Stephen Baca motivates the athletes to push on in their workout after school last Thursday in the Coppell High School weight room. Baca has a very motivational personality and hosts workouts before and after school with CHS athletes. Photo by Hannah Tucker.

Intensity breeds success: Performance Course coach uses energy to impact lives (with video)

Reid Valentine, Staff writer
January 26, 2017
Coppell senior Sarah Houchin dribbles around Byron Nelson’s defense during the first half of Tuesday night's match at Buddy Echols Field. Coppell moved to 6-0 as they beat Byron Nelson, 1-0. Photo by Ale Ceniceros

Wet n’ Wild: Cowgirls soccer downs nationally ranked Byron Nelson, 1-0

Reid Valentine, Staff writer
January 20, 2017
Cowgirls basketball coach Kristen Davis gives encouragement to her team from the sideline on its December 6 game.

Davis rejuvenates program with purpose heading into second year

Reid Valentine, Staff writer
December 8, 2016
Coppell coach Kit Pehl talkins with his team during a timeout during the game on Tuesday. After a close game, the Mustangs claimed a victory over the Cowboys with a final score of 55-45.

Plummer drops 14 but Cowboys fall to Grapevine 55-45

Reid Valentine, Staff writer
December 7, 2016
Student journalists from across the country gathered in Indianapolis from Nov. 10-12 to deepen their knowledge at the JEA/NSPA Fall High School Journalism Convention. A variety of sessions revolving around different aspects of journalism were offered to high school students who attended the convention.

Learning about sports columns at my first convention

Reid Valentine, Staff writer
November 11, 2016
Coppell junior Sam Silver serves the ball during the Cowgirls' win in straight sets vs. Garland in the first round of playoffs.

Starting off strong: Cowgirls take early lead, never look back in playoff victory

Reid Valentine, Staff writer
November 2, 2016
Coppell High School sophomore Amarachi Osuji tips the ball during the second set of the game Friday in the CHS arena. After three sets of playing Friday night the Cowgirls took the victory and won all three sets.

District 9-6A champs look forward to the 2016 postseason

Reid Valentine, Staff writer
October 28, 2016
Coppell High School junior Brady McBride carries the ball past the Berkner defense Friday night at Buddy Echols Field. The Cowboys beat Berkner 42-7 to move to 4-1 in District 9-6A play.

Pure class: McBride accounts for six TDs in sound defeat of Berkner

Reid Valentine, Staff writer
October 23, 2016
Sports fans are changing the way they consume their media, the Internet is bringing new ideas and concepts to enhance the content and reader experience.

The Internet saved sports media, or did it?

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
October 21, 2016
High School athletes are weighed down by one sport, preventing them from exploring other options.

Not one, not two, well actually just one

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
September 22, 2016
Coppell High School junior middle hitter Rylie Ross and sophomore outside hitter Pierce Woodall cheer as they win a point against Skyline during the first set of Friday night’s game. The Coppell Cowgirls defeated Skyline in the CHS arena, winning all three sets.

A resonating performance: Cowgirls beat Skyline in three sets

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
September 19, 2016
Preview: Volleyball takes on Skyline Friday

Preview: Volleyball takes on Skyline Friday

Reid Valentine, Staff writer
September 15, 2016
Photo courtesy the Eagle Angle.

A new leader to a proven team

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
September 8, 2016
Just slipping away

Just slipping away

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
August 31, 2016
Second time’s a charm

Second time’s a charm

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
May 26, 2016
Rakestraw wins Male Coach of the Year honors

Rakestraw wins Male Coach of the Year honors

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
May 26, 2016
Charitable event helps people halfway across the world

Charitable event helps people halfway across the world

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
May 11, 2016

[Photo] A Night for Nepal event happening this Saturday night

May 6, 2016
Late Senior Night comeback falls short

Late Senior Night comeback falls short

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
April 20, 2016
Kodros deals in 2-0 win to keep Coppell No. 1

Kodros deals in 2-0 win to keep Coppell No. 1

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
April 15, 2016
Coppell looks to sweep Southlake with a win on Friday

Coppell looks to sweep Southlake with a win on Friday

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
March 24, 2016
Cowboys beat Heritage 3-0 on senior night

Cowboys beat Heritage 3-0 on senior night

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
March 11, 2016
Adventure in the face of adversity

Adventure in the face of adversity

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
February 13, 2016
A Steadfast approach to fitness

A Steadfast approach to fitness

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
February 8, 2016
A good fight by Cowgirls ends in a loss to the Lady Dragons

A good fight by Cowgirls ends in a loss to the Lady Dragons

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
February 2, 2016
Cowgirls look to slay the Lady Dragons in a 7:45 home game

Cowgirls look to slay the Lady Dragons in a 7:45 home game

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
January 29, 2016
In the 2013 show, local band Flood the Walls preformed with lead vocalist Adreesh Roy. This years show is on Saturday.

Tradition of talent to be on display Saturday at annual show

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
January 21, 2016
Cowgirls Down Lady Mustangs in OT

Cowgirls Down Lady Mustangs in OT

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
December 11, 2015

Girls Basketball Takes on the Lady Mustangs of Grapevine at 6:30 in the Big Gym

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
December 8, 2015
Making a Vocation, a Vacation: NBC 5's Pat Doney finds happiness in sportscasting

Making a Vocation, a Vacation: NBC 5’s Pat Doney finds happiness in sportscasting

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
December 8, 2015
A negative shift in youth sports

A negative shift in youth sports

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
November 6, 2015
The Cowgirls celebrate after winning the final point of the third set of Tuesday night’s game at the Grand Prairie High School gymnasium. Coppell ended the night with a 3-0 victory over the Mansfield Tigers. Photo by Amanda Hair.

Volleyball cruises through bi-district playoff round

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
November 4, 2015
Coppell High School senior outside hitter Jamie Stivers tips the ball over the net to Southlake Friday night in the CHS gym. Coppell played the number one ranked team in district, and fell behind making them ranked number two. Photo by Aubrie Sisk.

Volleyball bi-district playoff preview

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
November 3, 2015
Coppell High School Cowgirls celebrate a kill against the Southlake Dragons during the final volleyball game which decides their district ranking on Oct 27 at Southlake High School. The Dragons took the lead and gained the district title. Photo by Aubrie Sisk.

Lady Dragons win a hard fought game for the District Championship

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
October 28, 2015
Coppell High School senior Caroline Riley serves the ball to begin the set against the Trojans. The Cowgirls won all three sets, the first with a score of 25-9, 25-17, and 25-11 on Friday night's game in the CHS large gym. Photo by Megan Winkle.

Cowgirls face district leaders Southlake with a chance at title

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
October 27, 2015
Coppell volleyball star primed for the next level

Coppell volleyball star primed for the next level

Reid Valentine, Staff Writer
October 8, 2015
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