FIREBIRDS GOLF CLASSIC SET FOR NOVEMBER 30 AT BIG ROCK GOLF & PUB
Public Registration Now Open for Limited-Capacity Tournament Benefiting One Valley Foundation
PALM DESERT, CA (October 6, 2026) – The Coachella Valley Firebirds announced today that public registration is now open for the Firebirds Golf Classic, presented by Big Rock Golf & Pub, taking place Monday, November 30, 2026, at Big Rock Golf & Pub. Proceeds from the tournament will benefit One Valley Foundation and its partners throughout the Coachella Valley.
The Firebirds Golf Classic will offer participants a unique opportunity to spend the day alongside members of the Firebirds family. The tournament is limited to 36 teams, with each three-golfer team paired with a Firebirds player, coach, hockey operations representative, or team personality, subject to availability and team approval.
The limited-capacity format is designed to create a personal and memorable experience for golfers, sponsors, Firebirds representatives, and community supporters while raising funds to support local programs throughout the Coachella Valley.
“The Firebirds Golf Classic is another way we can bring people together around the Firebirds while creating meaningful impact throughout the Coachella Valley,” said Kate Spates, Executive Director of One Valley Foundation. “The support generated through this event will stay right here in our community, helping us invest in local organizations and programs that are making a difference every day. We’re excited to give golfers and community partners a memorable way to connect with the Firebirds family while supporting our work across Community, Education, and Well-Being.”
Golfer registration will begin at 8:30 a.m., followed by a 10 a.m. shotgun start. The day will include a grab-and-go breakfast, driving range access, an 18-hole scramble, golfer gifts, on-course contests and sponsor activities, team photo opportunities, raffle and auction activities, and an awards reception with members of the Firebirds family following golf.
REGISTRATION OPTIONS
Standard Firebirds Golf TeamEach Standard Firebirds Golf Team includes three registered golfers who will be paired with one approved Firebirds representative. The package includes golf for three, two golf carts, breakfast, golfer gifts, on-course contests and activities, a team photo opportunity, and admission to the awards reception.
The early public price is $1,400 per team through 11:59 p.m. on October 31. Beginning November 1, remaining Standard Firebirds Golf Teams will be priced at $1,700.
Select Your Firebird Golf Team
The Select Your Firebird Golf Team package gives three registered golfers priority selection from the approved list of available Firebirds representatives. In addition to all Standard Firebirds Golf Team benefits, the upgraded package includes priority check-in, preferred reception seating, signed Firebirds items, and hosted beverage packages for the three registered golfers age 21 or older.
The early public price is $2,400 per team through 11:59 p.m. on October 31. Beginning November 1, remaining Select Your Firebird Golf Teams will be priced at $3,000.
Firebirds participation and assignments are subject to availability and team approval. Select Your Firebird packages provide priority selection but do not guarantee a specific individual. Every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate requested selections.
Individual Golfer
Individual golfers may register for $600. Event staff will combine individual registrants into three-golfer teams, with each completed team paired with an approved Firebirds representative.
Golf teams and individual golfer positions are confirmed once full payment is received and will be reserved on a first-paid basis.
Early registration is encouraged. Standard Firebirds Golf Team purchasers can save $300 by registering by October 31, while Select Your Firebird Golf Team purchasers can save $600. The tournament is limited to 36 teams and may sell out before the early pricing deadline.
AWARDS RECEPTION
Non-golfers may also join the Firebirds Golf Classic Awards Reception following the tournament. The reception will feature a substantial appetizer buffet, tournament awards, a One Valley Foundation program, opportunities to interact with members of the Firebirds family, and raffle and auction activities.A limited number of reception-only tickets are available for $95 per person.
SUPPORTING THE COACHELLA VALLEY
Proceeds from the Firebirds Golf Classic will benefit One Valley Foundation and its work throughout the Coachella Valley. The Foundation focuses its efforts across three pillars: Community, Education, and Well-Being, supporting organizations and programs that strengthen the region and create opportunities for local residents.Through Community, the Foundation supports belonging, dignity, safety, independence, accessibility, community connection, and the human-animal bond. Its Education initiatives help local students build the skills, confidence, and opportunities needed to succeed, while its Well-Being efforts help people throughout the Valley live healthier, safer, more active, and more stable lives.
The Firebirds Golf Classic continues One Valley Foundation’s commitment that Local Money Stays Local, with funds raised through the event supporting meaningful impact throughout the Coachella Valley.
A limited number of sponsorship opportunities may also remain available, subject to existing partner agreements, category rights, golf and signage inventory, and internal approval.
Public registration is now open. Golfers are encouraged to register by October 31 to receive early team pricing and secure the best availability.
Register for the Firebirds Golf Classic at FirebirdsGolf.com.
For additional tournament information, click HERE.
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About the Coachella Valley Firebirds
The Coachella Valley Firebirds are the AHL’s 32nd Franchise and the affiliate of the Seattle Kraken. The Firebirds are two-time Western Conference Champions and play their home games at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, CA. Visit CVFirebirds.com for the latest news and information.
About the One Valley Foundation
The One Valley Foundation is committed to ensuring an inclusive community for our fans, united through a shared passion for sports. We aim to create greater opportunity and impact across the Coachella Valley through a variety of programs and legacy events focused on our three core pillars of Education, Community and Well-Being. Learn more at OneValleyFoundation.org.
About Acrisure Arena
America’s hottest music festival destination finally has the world-class arena it deserves. Opened December 2022, the Acrisure Arena provides the greater Palm Springs area of Southern California with a premiere 11,000+ capacity venue hosting the biggest artists and acts on the planet. Designed specifically for hockey and with optimal acoustics for concerts, Acrisure Arena provides top-tier hospitality, artist amenities, and all the benefits of a modern music and sports venue.
The facility serves as the home of the American Hockey League affiliate of the Seattle Kraken, the Coachella Valley Firebirds, and the NBA G League affiliate of the Los Angeles Lakers, the Coachella Valley Lakers.
The Acrisure Arena is a $300+ million project that was 100% privately funded through outstanding partners Oak View Group, Seattle Kraken, and Live Nation. Learn more at AcrisureArena.com and follow Acrisure Arena on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
About the Seattle Kraken
Launched in 2021, the Seattle Kraken are the National Hockey League’s 32nd franchise and compete in the league’s Pacific Division. The 2026-27 season will be the Kraken’s sixth at Climate Pledge Arena. Visit www.nhl.com/kraken for the latest news and information including press releases, multimedia, and content.
Media Contact
Evan Pivnick
Director of Broadcast & Communications, Coachella Valley Firebirds
(516) 987-5957
epivnick@cvfirebirds.com
