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Student Athlete of the Week – Bhargav Jakkaraju

Palm Desert’s boys tennis player Bhargav Jakkaraju is this week’s student-athlete of the week. Playing on the varsity team his freshman year, coaches and teammates noticed that Jakkaraju was more than an athlete; he was a student of the game. “He has really matured very much. He started playing for me as a freshman. In

Student Athlete of the Week – Dani Dardano

Xavier Prep softball pitcher and utility player Dani Dardano is this week’s student-athlete of the week. Dardano, who has played on varsity since her sophomore year, mentioned that balance is the key to being an all-around athlete and a great student in the classroom. “I like to keep a really balanced life,” Dardano said. “I

Student-Athlete of the Week: Mia Buelna

Indio Girls’ water polo point Mia Buelna is this week’s student-athlete of the week. Joining the varsity team as a sophomore, Buelna was ready to compete as soon as she joined. “It was clear from the start that she wanted to get better at the sport, and she really proved from an early stage that

Student Athlete of the Week – Michael Cornwell

Palm Desert Boys’ soccer goalie Michael Cornwell is this week’s student athlete of the week. Described as a displinced and competitive athlete, Cornwell credits those traits from the people that are closest to him. “This team is built on allowing me to be the best because they are the best I can ask for,” Cornwell

Student Athlete of the Week – Emiliano Dominguez

Rancho Mirage Boys’ soccer Emiliano Dominguez is this week’s student athlete of the week. As described by coaches and teammates, Dominguez’s character is humble, relentless, competitive, and a great friend on and off the field. Playing on the varsity team since he was a freshman, Dominguez and his coach have built a long-lasting relationship. “We

Student Athlete of the Week – Kaylin Montano

The Shadow Hills girls wrestling program has won four straight league titles and a lot of that success can be attributed to senior star Kaylin Montano. Shadow Hills senior wrestler Kaylin Montano is our student athlete of the week.🏅 2x league champ🏆 1 @CIFSS title (hopefully 2 soon)📚 Bookworm👩‍🔬 Plans to study chemistry or biology💊 Wants to

Student Athlete of the Week – Gram Craven

Rancho Mirage senior guard Gram Craven is this week’s featured student athlete. A basketball fanatic, Craven knew exactly which program he wanted to lace up for.  “I’ve been playing basketball my whole life. I always wanted to play high school,” said Craven. “That’s why I came here because I knew coach Hanmer and he’s a

Student Athlete of the Week – Kamryn Mercado

Kamryn Mercado will be the spotlight for La Quinta water polo this season. An experienced swimmer that is stepping into a leadership role.  It’s been a great experience to have her on the team. Right away, it was really obvious that she had leadership skills,” said LQ head coach Gregg Garczynski. “And so that’s why

Student Athlete of the Week – Dawson Johnson

How would you describe him as a football player? “Hard worker, determined, tenacious,” said Palm Desert head coach Rudy Forti. “Just gets after it.”  Dawson Johnson is a football enthusiast. He didn’t find football, football found him.  “I never really played football growing up. I grew up in Canada,” said Johnson. “So a big soccer family,

Student Athlete of the Week – Sage Baricza

That is Sage Baricza front and center. The senior cheer captain for Palm Desert and a spirit enthusiast.  “I’ve been cheerleading for 14 years and I got started in a sport that’s a little bit different than high school cheer. I got started in all-star cheerleading when I was four years old,” said Baricza. “My mom

Student Athlete of the Week – Miranda Salcedo

“Come on Miranda lets go, lets go!”  That is Shadow Hills cross country head coach Richie DeTamble encouraging their senior powerhouse. Miranda Salcedo has waited her turn to take over the one spot for the Knights. “Miranda is one of those that doesn’t ask questions and just puts in the work. Well, when I say

Student Athlete of the Week – Kyle Hill

“The guys that go to Sacred Heart you are hoping or expecting that they come to Xavier. Doesn’t always work out like that. But Angie is a great lady and she brought Kyle to our school,” said XP head coach James Dockery. “He’s been a great ambassador on and off the field for Xavier, and

Student Athlete of the Week – Madison Siva

“The main reason I came to this school was because of their sports program,” said senior golf captain Madison Siva.  “She is a gritty player. She tries her best and she doesn’t let a whole lot bother her,” said head coach Debbie Koyama.  “I think the most important shot is the next one. So, if

Student Athlete of the Week – Joselin Martinez

Rajahs girls volleyball doesn’t rebuild, they reload. And this season is senior Joselin Martinez’s time to shine. “I expect for her to have some great, amazing, memorable plays out there,” said Indio head coach Meagan Nolasco. “Some great kills. She’s a force at the net with her big block. So, I expect her to be

Student Athlete of the Week – Dakota Minker

The Palm Desert girls volleyball team is led by southpaw standout Dakota Minker, a force at the net and a true competitor.  “Her being a senior, her being a lefty, and her being a returner. That’s huge in the volleyball world,” said Palm Desert Volleyball coach Melissa Walker. “Her leadership skills are incredible. She’s able to

Student Athlete of the Week – Martin Torres

La Quinta High School Cross-Country “He came out freshman year in track and that’s where I met him. He had two races and the first race he went it was funny,” said La Quinta Cross Country head coach Candy Felix. Our Student Athlete of the Week segment returns tonight and our first senior to be

Student Athlete of the Week – Tristan Mulahusejnovic

Tristan Mulahusejnovic is a triple threat athlete. Dazzled on the track, grinded on the field, and dominated on the pitch. Tristan was built for this.  “When I started walking my Grandfather took it on himself that I had to play sports,” said Mulahusejnovic. “I actually started with ballet and then I went into swimming, tennis,

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