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Coachella Valley Firebirds 2025-26 home opener set for October 10

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ)- The American Hockey League announced 2025-2026 home openers for all teams, including the Coachella Valley Firebirds. Mark your calendars 🗓️ #LetsFly Secure your seats now by becoming a season ticket member! Get more info here: https://t.co/X0UXOqfXIW pic.twitter.com/lbLn5wmTtu— Coachella Valley Firebirds (@Firebirds) July 9, 2025 The Firebirds first home game will be

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Guy Fritz, father of Taylor and former COD tennis coach, reacts to son reaching first Wimbledon semifinal

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) — Southern California native Taylor Fritz advanced to the semifinals at Wimbledon for the first time in his career, following a victory over Karen Khachanov in the quarterfinals. Breaking new ground.Taylor Fritz reaches his first #Wimbledon SF, defeating Karen Khachanov 6-3, 6-4, 1-6, 7-6(4) pic.twitter.com/QdVCQFtTGv— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 8, 2025 Given

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Coachella Valley Pride Hockey Association announces Fall CV Learn to Play Hockey Program

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley Pride Hockey Association announces their CV Pride Learn to Play Hockey program beginning Fall 2025.  The Coachella Valley Pride Hockey Association, with the support of the One Valley Foundation and Berger Foundation Iceplex announce their new Learn to Play Hockey Program that offers LGBTQ adults and allies

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Firebirds resign inaugural player for another two-year contract

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ)- The Coachella Valley Firebirds re-sign forward Ian McKinnon for another two- year contract bringing him to the ice through the 2026-27 season.  Mac is Back!The #CVFirebirds have re-signed forward Ian McKinnon to a two-year AHL contract.MORE: https://t.co/ut6KgkUWte pic.twitter.com/C80lu2ydwn— Coachella Valley Firebirds (@Firebirds) June 30, 2025 McKinnon, 27, has been with the

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Miami Dolphins star Jaelan Phillips surprises patients at Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital

Miami Dolphins star linebacker Jaelan Phillips surprised patients at the Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital. Phillips brought smiles to the faces of young patients facing serious medical challenges like children undergoing cancer treatment, awaiting heart transplants, and managing chronic illnesses. One of the patients the 26-year-old NFL player visited was three-year-old Aaron Boerrero, who is

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