COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) — The Firebirds defeated the Reign on Friday night at Acrisure Arena by a final score of 3-2 in overtime. Defenseman Gustav Oloffson was named first star of the game with an assist and the overtime winner. At the Bird Barn tonight at @Firebirds win 3-2 in OT what a great
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INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) — The women’s singles final is set for the BNP Paribas Open as familiar foes will face off for the 2026 tournament title. World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka will square off against World No. 3 Elena Rybakina, a rematch of the 2026 Australian Open final and the 2023 BNP Paribas Open
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) — The Saints have a new leader for their football program. Xavier College Prep issued a press release announcing the hiring of Michael Karls as the new head football coach. Karls takes over for James Dockery, who is now the head coach at Indio high school. “Coach Karls has demonstrated the
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley High School Girls Soccer Team fell in the state finals game Friday in Sacramento. The Lady Arabs lost 4-1 to Marin Catholic High School, the Northern California Regional Champions, at Natomas High School in Sacramento, California. The Lady Arabs won the CIF Division 5 and the CIF State Regional championships for the
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INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) — Thursday’s schedule of play was stacked in Tennis Paradise with all eight quarterfinal matches for men’s and women’s singles. Carlos Alcaraz continues perfect season, improving to 16-0 after defeating Cam Norrie in straight sets (6-3, 6-4). World No. 1 looking prime to pick up third Indian Wells title. He has
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INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) – Things are heating up at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, both figuratively and literally. As the tournament gets closer to championship weekend, the match intensity is increasing but so are the temperatures. Just days before the championships and a few degrees cooler, the heat is a major factor
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley High School girls’ soccer team was recognized at the California State Capitol on Thursday for their incredible achievement as CIF Division IV Southern Regional Champions. During their visit, the Lady Arabs were honored by Senate President pro Tempore Monique Limón. The Lady Arabs have won the CIF Division
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INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) — The Quarterfinals are set as Round of 16 play wrapped up Wednesday in Tennis Paradise, highlighted by the match of the tournament between defending champion Jack Draper and 24-time grand slam champion Novak Djokovic. 4th round match that had the quality of a final. Draper defeats Djokovic in dramatic desert
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INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) – Each year, nearly 1,400 volunteers join the BNP Paribas Open to make sure the tournament runs smoothly. It’s an important job that many have been doing for years. “I’ve been volunteering here as an usher for six years and love it,” Helene Raymond said. “We love tennis. We love watching
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INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) — We’re getting closer to deciding a tournament champion in men’s and women’s singles as Round of 16 play started on Tuesday. Aryna Sabalenka beats Naomi Osaka in Round 4 6,2 6,4 at the @BNPPARIBASOPEN @BlakeArthur24 @kendallkesq @Jesus_G_Reyes @KESQ pic.twitter.com/uwDHDlPJeK— Chris Tarpening (@Tarp1969) March 10, 2026 Click HERE for scores from
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INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) — We have continuing coverage of the 2026 BNP Paribas Open as the second week of tournament play began with a jam-packed day of men’s and women’s singles matches. The second Monday in Tennis Paradise showcased Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, and many more, including upsets to ranked players and former tournament
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley Firebirds are nearing the end of the regular season and have gotten back in the win column against the Calgary Wranglers. Sunday afternoon the Firebirds were able to complete a series sweep against the Wranglers at 4-1. The game was headlined by Eduard Sale who recorded two goals
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INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) – The BNP Paribas Open has been headlined by top players and some unpredicted outcomes for the third round of singles play. World No. 4 Coco Gauff shocked fans by retiring the game in the middle of the second set against Alexandra Eala. According to media officials, Gauff had to retire
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THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) – Coachella Valley High School girls soccer has been on a roll all season and are not done yet. The Lady Arabs just last week reached their first ever CIF Southern Section championship title and now they’ve added to their historic program wins. Coachella Valley defeated San Jacinto 3-1 on Saturday in
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley Firebirds had a night of assists and saves to defeat the Calgary Wranglers 4-2. The Firebirds started out with a quick lead through the second period at 3-0. Logan Morrison was the first to net a goal for Coachella Valley with his 25th goal of the season. Jani
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INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) – It’s another busy day in Tennis Paradise and fans are filling the Indian Wells Tennis Garden once again as top athletes headline Saturday’s second round play. Novak Djokovic defeated Kamil Majchrzak in three sets at 4-6, 6-1, 6-2. It was a big match for Djokovic as he fell in this round
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INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) — It was a jam-packed Friday, on and off the court, at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Busy, busy at the BNP! Tennis Paradise is packed with people. Time-lapse courtesy of photojournalist @Tarp1969. @KESQ @kendallkesq @BNPPARIBASOPEN @IndianWellsCA pic.twitter.com/DkeRUcFhdi— Blake Arthur (@BlakeArthur24) March 6, 2026 Many star players made their first appearance
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INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Indian Wells Tennis Garden saw a large spike in visitors Friday compared to earlier in the week as fans gear up for a weekend of main draw play. Crowds filled stadiums three and four in the early afternoon of the second round and lined the practice courts. Many of the
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INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) – Venus Williams lost in the first round of women’s singles at the BNP Paribas Open on Thursday. Williams lost to qualifier Diane Parry of France. The 45-year-old tennis legend was awarded a wild card for the tournament for singles and doubles. Her name was not on the draw on the
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INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) — Novak Djokovic is back in the desert, making his 17th appearance at the BNP Paribas Open. The 24-time grand slam champion is a five-time winner at Indian Wells, tied for the most all time with Roger Federer. Djokovic’s last win at this tournament came in 2016. At 38 years old,
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