Firebirds announce 2026-27 season start date and key home games
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 11:17 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
The Coachella Valley Firebirds will open the 2026-27 season on October 2, marking the earliest start in franchise history. The team has also revealed dates for five key home games, including the Teddy Bear Toss on December 20 and Pride Night on January 9. The Firebirds’ inaugural season began on October 16, with subsequent seasons starting on October 13, October 11, and October 10. The complete schedule for the upcoming season will be released later this summer, and season tickets are currently available.
- •October 2 is the home opener for the Firebirds.
- •Teddy Bear Toss Night is scheduled for December 20.
- •New Year's Eve Game will take place on December 31.
- •Pride Night is set for January 9.
- •The complete 2026-27 schedule will be announced later this summer.
- 11:17 PMYahoo Sports — Firebirds reveal 2026-27 season will begin on Oct. 2, other key dates
"The Oct. 2 date will be the earliest the season has ever started by eight days. Other dates revealed include Teddy Bear Toss and Pride Night
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