Local Sports Events

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – While New’s Channel 3’s student-athlete of the week segments are on summer break, there is still no shortage of student-athletes making waves in the Valley. Ava Otteson, is quite literally making waves, as a record-breaking swimmer from Palm Desert High School. “I’ve always loved being in the water,” Otteson said.

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – The Desert Empire Surf girl’s 2010 team is getting ready to head to Northern Ireland. But it’s not just any trip, they’ll be competing in the prestigious SuperCupNI youth soccer tournament. “This is our biggest challenge,” head coach Hugo Chaparro. ” I mean, obviously we’re going to go out to

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Four local athletes spent this week competing in the California Interscholastic Federation State Track and Field Championships. Shadow Hills Malia Strange and Palm Desert’s Kingston “Jax” Penny both reaching the podium in the finals on Saturday. Strange placed second in the girls triple jump, with a final distance of 40

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif, (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley All-Star Baseball Classic is back for its second year, celebrating top local athletes. The Classic is a premier postseason event designed to showcase the region’s top talent. However, it also gives them an opportunity to connect with college scouts and coaches, who get the chance to evaluate

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – While the Palm Springs Power look to develop collegiate athletes over the summer through their 34-game schedule, they also work to make a difference in the community. On Sunday, the Power will be hosting their first annual “Heroes on the Diamond Charity Exhibition” game. Power athletes will team up with members

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Brandon Leon is a sophomore center-fielder at College of the Desert, and he was named a Junior College All-American. Athlete selected for the All-American honors are top-tier student-athlete being recognized for outstanding athletic achievements in a two-year collegiate program. Leon fits this description perfectly with his past season at COD.

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Palm Springs Power baseball is back for its 22nd season in the California Premier Collegiate League. This year comes with a fresh roster of top collegiate athletes, and high expectations as the Power have three consecutive CPCL titles. Manager Casey Dill said his expectations are also high, knowing what this

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) — “Going into this season we knew that we wanted it more than ever,” said Addison Grey, member of Desert Elite Mavericks “Renegades” team. “We brought three of our four elite teams and they all placed in the top five in the nation with our Renegades taking the top honors, beating

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) — Palm Desert standout golfer Luke Ringkamp continues to shine, adding another win to his impressive young career. The 18-year-old just won the Team TaylorMade Invitational at Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, Florida. Rising to the top of one of junior golf’s deepest fields. 🔥Luke Ringkamp wins the #TeamTaylorMade Invitational at

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – The Cathedral City High School softball team was fighting for a CIF Southern Section championship title this season, after falling in the finals the past two years. However, this season was cut short in the Division VII semi final with a 6-0 loss against Edgewood. The Lady Lions went 16-6

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Bella Ortiz is graduate of La Quinta High School, and went to Salem University in West Virginia for Criminal Justice. She also joined the Tigers softball team, and this year they’re winning big. The Tigers earned the USCAA Small College World Series title, which is a program-first win for Salem University.

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Local track and field athletes spent Saturday afternoon competing in the California Interscholastic Federation Southern Section Masters meet. A meet with a lot on the line, as it determines if athletes get to continue their postseason in the state championship. Palm Desert High School is the only school in the Coachella