During a recent city council meeting in Coppell, Texas, community members voiced their support for local high school football while also raising concerns about the association with the Dallas Cowboys NFL franchise.

The meeting began with a passionate invitation from the communications director of the Coppell Cowboys Football Booster Club, who encouraged residents to attend the varsity Cowboys' home opener against the Saxxy Mustangs at Buddy Eccles Field. The event, scheduled for Friday night, promises a festive atmosphere with an annual spaghetti dinner starting at 5 PM and halftime performances by former members of the Lariat.

However, the tone shifted when Alex Stein, another member of the Booster Club, took the floor to express his discontent with the Dallas Cowboys. Stein presented a petition advocating for a name change for the Coppell Cowboys, arguing that the local team should not be associated with a franchise he deemed unsuccessful and poorly managed. He criticized the Dallas Cowboys for their lack of recent playoff success and controversial management decisions, urging the council to distance the local team from what he described as a \"mediocre franchise.\"

Stein's remarks sparked a lively discussion about local identity and the impact of professional sports teams on community pride. While the meeting highlighted the enthusiasm for high school football, it also reflected a deeper sentiment among some residents regarding their connection to the larger NFL team. The council members listened attentively, acknowledging the community's passion for both local sports and the broader implications of team affiliations.