The Coachella Valley Firebirds today announced the re-signing of defenseman Jake McLaughlin, who was scoreless in two games with the American Hockey League team last season. McLaughlin spent the bulk of the 2023-24 season with the Kansas City Mavericks, the ECHL affiliate of the Firebirds’ NHL parent team, the Seattle Kraken, where he had three
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The Coachella Valley Firebirds signed defenseman Turner Ottenbreit for the 2024-25 season. Ottenbreit returns to North America after one season in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL), playing with the Kunlun Red Star in Beijing, China. Before his time overseas, Ottenbreit spend four seasons with the AHL’s Iowa Wild and part of one season with the
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Indio girls volleyball setter Mackenzie Morin is this week’s student-athlete of the week. A leader and a star are the two words used to describe Mackenzie Morin at Indio High School, but where she is now comes from her drive to be better. “I work really hard for it,” Morin said. “I have so much
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Palm Springs High School will return home to Ralph Watt Stadium for their home game this Friday. PSHS’ varsity football team will take the field at home Friday at 7:00 p.m. against Eisenhower High School. Note from Palm Springs High School (9/3/24) It’ll be the official first home game of the season for the Indians.
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It’s a packed Week 2 of high school football with games on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Friday 8/30 Grand Terrace – 21@Palm Springs – 33F*Game played at Rancho Mirage High School due to damage to stadium damage at PSHS Central – 20@Palm Desert – 14FLa Salle – 6@Xavier Prep – 49FPalo Verde Valley – 0@Shadow
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Week 2 is almost in the books but we’ve still got to crown our play of the week. Vote for your favorite play below: Check Out Week 2 Highlights
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The Coachella Valley Firebirds today announced the signing of center Cade Borchardt, the ECHL’s leading scorer among rookies in the 2023-24 season. Borchardt had 77 points on 24 goals and 53 assists in 71 regular- season games with the Kansas City Mavericks, the ECHL affiliate of the Firebirds’ NHL parent team, the Seattle Kraken, and
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The Coachella Valley Firebirds have added forward Jackson Berezowski to their roster for the 2024-25 season. Berezowski comes to Coachella Valley after playing 59 games for the Newfoundland Growlers of the ECHL and one game for the AHL’s Toronto Marlies. The 22-year-old had 54 points (18 goals, 36 assists) during his time with the Growlers.
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Palm Springs high school is dealing with a maintenance issue that caused significant damage to the school’s stadium. Caught up with @PSHSAD Art Sanchez today on the stadium damage that is forcing the football team to play their next two 'home' games at fellow PSUSD school, Rancho Mirage. The hope is that this is fixed
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Coachella Valley running back Aaron Ramirez is this week’s student-athlete of the week. “A word that describes him as a person is determined, and I think that’s him as an athlete and as an individual,” head coach Bill Johnson said. “I think he’s determined to meet goals, to push through difficult times. He takes on
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Shadow Hills wide receiver Anthony Garcia earned the most votes ovet the weekend to secure play of the week honors for his catch in the team’s win over Indio. The play of the week nominees are voted on with the winner revealed every Monday on KESQ News Channel 3. Stay with KESQ throughout the season
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A medical helicopter landed in the middle of a field after a player sustained a serious injury during the game between Coachella Valley and Xavier Prep game on Friday night. Details remain limited. The player, a student at Xavier Prep, was injured during the second play of the game. The game was temporarily delayed as
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High school football is back! The season officially kicked off this week with 10 local games WEEK 1 Xavier Prep – 0@Coachella Valley – 27F *An Xavier Prep player was airlifted after suffering an injury during the game. A helicopter landed on the field, causing a temporary stoppage in the game. The game was called
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Indio’s Crosstown Showdown is tonight! The Mayor’s Cup rivalry, which started eight years ago, has seen Shadow Hills dominate the series. With Shadow Hills High School winning all six previous matchups, Indio High School is hoping to use their home-field advantage tonight. News Channel 3 spoke with coaches, football captains, athletic directors, and Mayor Pro
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Last season, the Rancho Mirage Rattlers did the unthinkable, claiming the DEL title, and Rancho is ready to go back to-back. “Well, we’re here to prove something that last year wasn’t a fluke,” Rattlers senior defensive end Adrian Cavillo said. “That 5-0 was for a reason, and we’re going to do it again.” With seniors out
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Finishing second in the DEL last season, the La Quinta Blackhawks this year will show what they’re all about. “Just expect us to come out and bring it our all,” Blackhawks senior left guard and defensive end Sterling Caress said. “We’ve been working really hard in the weight room this season, and that’s where we preach.
Continue ReadingBy Jill Martin, CNN (CNN) — Less than 24 hours after world No. 1 Jannik Sinner won the ATP 1000 Cincinnati Open title, it was revealed that the Italian tennis star avoided a suspension despite twice testing positive for a prohibited substance in March. The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) announced in a statement Tuesday
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The Coachella Valley Firebirds signed forward Damien Giroux for the 2024-25 season. Giroux, 24, has played 179 games in the AHL over his career, including stints with the Iowa Wild and the Rochester Americans. The Sudbury, Ontario, Canada native has recorded 59 points (17 goals, 42 assists) over his time in the AHL and has
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The Xavier Prep Saints are ready to put their head down and stand on business for their upcoming 2024 season. “You guys can expect a young team, but one that is willing to hit and do everything they need to do,” Saints senior strong safety Austin McDanel said. “We’re going to be making a run this
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The 2024 high school football season is upon us. With the new year brings a new league, the Sun Valley League, consisting of four teams – Banning, Cathedral City, Desert Hot Springs and Desert Mirage. The addition of this new league was made in an effort to increase local playoff teams for all sports. Essentially,
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