Firebirds take first game of weekend series against Roadrunners
TUCSON, Arizona (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley Firebirds defeated the Tucson Roadrunners on Friday night at Tucson Arena by the final score of 4-2.
Five Firebirds (Ottavainen, Firkus, Stephens, Goyette, Morrison) recorded multi-point games to help guide Coachella Valley to their second straight win.
Nikke Kokko finished the night with 25 saves on 27 shots as the Firebirds’ record improves to 5-4-1-0 on the 2025-26 season.
Coachella Valley finished game 0-for-3 on the powerplay and 2-for-3 on the penalty kill. The Firebirds outshot the Roadrunners 30-27.
The Firebirds wrap up their weekend series against the Tucson Roadrunners tomorrow, Saturday, November 8th. Puck drop is set for 6 p.m. PT.
Coachella Valley returns home on Tuesday, November 11th for Military Appreciation Night, presented by Spotlight 29 Casino. The first 7,500 fans in attendance receive a military-themed bucket hat! Get to the game early for Happy Hour at the Oasis, featuring $5 beer and $10 wine, plus more pocket friendly offerings! Happy Hour begins at 5 p.m. followed by puck drop at 6:30 p.m. Click HERE to get your tickets now!
Fans are encouraged to secure $20 parking by purchasing in advance through the ParkWhiz app. Parking rates will increase on the day of the game.
