Upcoming Events
  • On Friday, Andy Brown Park East hosts a Sunset Social: Movie in the Park, airing Moana at 6:30-9 p.m.
  • On Friday, Coppell High School Junior World Affairs Council holds Heritage Night from 7-11 p.m. at CHS Large and Small Commons.
  • On Saturday, Coppell Historical Society holds Hop Into Spring at Coppell Historical Museum from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
The official student news site of Coppell High School

Coppell Student Media

The official student news site of Coppell High School

Coppell Student Media

The official student news site of Coppell High School

Coppell Student Media

Coppell freshman Preston Taylor executes a ball roll during practice on Nov. 21 during fifth period on Buddy Echols Field. Taylor is the first freshman to play on varsity since Ryan Barlow in 2011.

Taylor embraces varsity lifestyle early on

Meer Mahfuz, Staff Writer December 3, 2019

Coppell freshman Preston Taylor’s obsession with soccer started off ever since he was able to walk.  Taylor would randomly kick around a soccer ball in his house and take a soccer ball with him whenever...

On Friday, former Coppell football coach and current athletic director Joe McBride accepted the position as head coach and athletic coordinator at McKinney Boyd High School. McBride leaves behind Coppell football with a legacy of three district titles in five seasons from 2010-14.

McBride returning to sidelines

Christine Zacuai, Executive News Editor January 25, 2019

Coppell ISD athletics director and former head football coach Joe McBride officially accepted the head football coach and athletic coordinator position at McKinney Boyd High School.   The news...

Coppell High School senior’s Vinny Vincenzo, Luke Raetzman and Ethan Thompson practice throwing the frisbee among each other while running. They met after school at New Tech High @ Coppell with the rest of the team in order to practice their frisbee skills.

Fewer players, more coaches: Coppell ultimate frisbee taking new approach with smaller roster

Anika Arutla, Staff Writer October 1, 2018

Standing on a field, with seven players on each team, the objective of an ultimate frisbee player is to pass it to their other teammates without the interception of their opposing team and make it to the...

Coppell athletes smile for the camera after signing their letters of intent during the National Signing Day on Feb. 7. Athletes are looking forward to playing at their intended college this upcoming semester in order to pursue their passions.

On the Spot: A life-changing signature for athletes

Pramika Kadari, Staff Writer February 7, 2018

Across the United States, star high school athletes woke up this morning in anticipation of a life changing signature. Today is the first National Signing Day of 2018 as nationwide, student athletes...

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

Editor’s note: This story is a part of The Sidekick series on the #MeToo movement and sexual harassment. Sexual harassment or assault, along with domestic violence are, always have been and always...

Coppell High School senior Gabi Badillo smiles for the camera with her coach after signing with Oklahoma Christian University on National Signing Day. Students are signing their letters of intent for the college they intend to play for in the upcoming year.

CHS athletes sign on to continue their passion on next level

Pramika Kadari, Staff Writer November 9, 2017

  Five student athletes, in addition to their friends, family and coaches, gathered in the Coppell High School arena yesterday at 8 a.m. for National Signing Day.   Senior Breanne...

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.

Cowgirls fall to state’s No. 4 team in three sets

Lili Lomas, Executive Digital Content Editor, Sports Editor August 26, 2017

The Coppell High School Arena was filled with the CHS student section chants Friday night which provided support for the Cowgirls as they took on the state’s No. 4 ranked team.   The Coppell...

Coppell High School junior middlefield and forward Bryon Peng kicks the ball from Skyline player and tries to pass it to Coppell High School junior defender Jacob Turman  at the Buddy Echol’s field on Friday night. The Coppell Cowboys boy’s varsity won the game with 5-1 score. Photo by Hannah Tucker.

Coppell Cowboys soccer victory over Skyline Raiders

Hannah Tucker, Photographer February 16, 2017

https://youtu.be/vBkFDygVhkE

Coppell High School sophomore Ryan Hurt strengthens his shoulder with the barbell shoulder press last Thursday in the CHS weight room. The teams started the afternoon in the weight room, and later moved to the turf room. Photo by Hannah Tucker.

Coach Stephen Baca motivates baseball teams to workout (with video)

Hannah Tucker, Photographer January 26, 2017

https://youtu.be/iVXADQI7cCU Coppell Performance Course director Stephen Baca motivates the athletes to push on in their workout after school last Thursday in the CHS weight room. Baca has a very motivational...

Junior wide receiver Gabe Lemons celebrates a play in the Cowboys 52-10 victory over Lake Highlands on Oct. 7. The Cowboys advance into the playoffs riding a six game winning streak.

Football playoff alignment: how it works, what to expect (with video)

Marcus Krum, Executive Sports Editor November 9, 2016

After rolling into the playoffs with six consecutive district wins, the Coppell football team has seemed to work its way into a great playoff situation. With its first game being played at Buddy Echols...

Senior tennis player Laila Kamel strikes the ball during her 4-6, 6-0, 10-7 doubles victory in Coppells win over Rowlett. Although Kamel and her partner Akshaya Kannan dropped the first set, they battled back to help the team sweep Roulette.

Tennis continues to dominate, moves to area semifinals

Marcus Krum, Sports Executive Editor October 21, 2016

For the first time in nearly a month, the Coppell tennis team faced an opponent outside of the weaker District 9-6A. However, it did not miss a beat. In truly dominating fashion, the Coppell tennis...

Coppell High School senior libero Lauren Lee dives to save the ball from hitting the ground while junior defensive specialist Izzy Hall and junior outside and rightside hitter Amanda Colon try to rush to her aid at the varsity game against W.T. White Tuesday night in the arena. The Cowgirls won each set 25-3, 24-5, and 25-7.

Varsity Volleyball Winning over W.T. White

Hannah Tucker, Staff Photographer September 25, 2016

  W.T. White Middle Blocker, number four, leaps up to block the Cowgirls from scoring at the game against W.T. White Tuesday night in the arena. The Cowgirls won each set 25-3, 24-5, and...

Load More Stories

Comments (0)

All Coppell Student Media Picks Reader Picks Sort: Newest