Author: Amy Veloz
The Pahrump Valley High School Boys’ JV soccer team secured a solid 3-1 victory over the Moapa Valley Pirates on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. Despite fielding some newer players after several regulars were moved up to varsity, the Trojans found their rhythm and played a cohesive game. Head Coach Devin Peterson noted the adjustments in the lineup, saying, “Some newer guys who don’t usually get playing time during league play were in, and once they got in the groove, they really played well together.” The star of the match was Joan Cruz, who netted all three of the Trojans’ goals,…
The Pahrump Valley High School Cross Country team delivered a strong performance at the Moapa meet on Saturday, September 14, 2024, with standout finishes and a team championship for both the Varsity B boys and girls teams. The meet featured a more challenging course with long inclines compared to the previous week’s flat, fast terrain, but the Trojans rose to the occasion. For the Varsity Boys, Antonio Veloz led the way, finishing 8th overall and breaking the 18-minute mark once again, earning a medal. Coach Erik Odegard explained that they tried a new approach for this meet. “We mixed things…
The Pahrump Valley High School Tennis teams faced off against Cimarron-Memorial High School at home on September 18, 2024, with mixed results for the boys and girls teams. The PVHS boys dominated their competition, securing a commanding 17-1 victory, while the girls fought hard in their first league match but fell short with a 5-11 score. The boys team showcased impressive performances across both singles and doubles matches. Milan Vasquez, James Dela Rosa, and Sonny Skinner led the charge in singles, each winning their matches. In doubles, the teams of Jace Eichen and Lucas Johnson, Legend Reigns and Chris Jacks,…
Pahrump Valley High School is celebrating the remarkable achievements of two of its seniors, Wolfe Beckley and Sasha Strain, who have been named Semifinalists in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program. This prestigious recognition places them among the top 1% of high school seniors nationwide, highlighting their exceptional academic abilities and dedication to personal growth. The National Merit Scholarship Program, which has honored students for their academic excellence since 1955, is a highly competitive academic competition. Semifinalists are selected based on their scores on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®), which identifies students with outstanding academic potential. To…
The PVHS Girls Golf team put on a strong performance at Siena Golf Club on Tuesday, September 10. Aliana Zuniga from Pahrump secured second place with a personal best score of 75, shooting a 42 on the front nine and an impressive 33 on the back nine. Abigail Llewellyn from Virgin Valley claimed first place with a score of 74, while Iris Sim from The Meadows took third place with an 88. Head Coach Bob Hopkins praised Zuniga’s effort, saying, “Ali played great! She played like she’s capable of, relaxed. It was the best putting day I’ve seen from her,…
The PVHS Trojans volleyball team put up a fierce fight at home against the Boulder City Eagles on Tuesday night, ultimately falling in a hard-fought five-set match, 3-2. The game was an intense back-and-forth, with the final scores being 25-23, 25-13, 13-25, 20-25, and 15-8 in favor of the Eagles. Belen Ramirez, who was named Player of the Game, delivered an outstanding performance with 8 receptions and exceptional setting, guiding the team throughout the night. Xeane Kamanu also shined with 5 aces on her serves and 9 digs, while Heavenly Ware led the team with 10 kills. Both Ware and…
The PVHS tennis teams secured impressive victories against Sloan Canyon on Monday, September 9, with the boys’ team winning 10-2 and the girls’ team finishing 8-5. Due to transportation restraints for the opposing team, the matches ended early, with the scores standing as they were at the cutoff time. The boys’ team saw strong performances, even with Milan Vasquez sitting out to recover from a prior injury. James Dela Rosa and Sonny Skinner dominated, winning both of their matches, while Jace Eichen/Lucas Johnson, Legend Reigns/Chris Jacks, and Juan Rodriguez/Mariano Ayala also claimed victories in both of their doubles matches. Although…
The PVHS Trojans football team took on Somerset Academy Losee on Friday, September 6, in a highly competitive matchup against one of the top 4A teams in the state. Losee, a 4A state semifinalist last season, showed their strength, but the Trojans fought hard, with the game ultimately coming down to just a few key plays. Kayne Horibe was named the Player of the Game for the Trojans, showcasing his versatility and leadership on the field. Horibe racked up 314 all-purpose yards, including 200 yards passing and 114 yards rushing. He threw for two touchdowns and rushed for another, giving…
The PVHS boys soccer team took on Cristo Rey on Friday, September 6, in a challenging match that ended with a 7-0 loss. While the game was tough for the Trojans, Head Coach Andrew Norton sees areas for growth and is focused on the changes that need to be made to turn things around. “Realistically, it wasn’t our best performance,” Coach Norton admitted. “We allowed too many shots on goal, and there are some big positional adjustments coming. But we’re addressing these issues, and I believe we’ll see improvement going forward.” Despite the tough loss, Caydan, the Trojans’ goalkeeper, put…
The RCMS cross country team delivered an impressive performance at the Larry Burgess – Las Vegas Invitational on September 7 at Sunset Park, a race renowned for its large fields and competitive atmosphere. With over 100 runners competing in each race, the event offered a valuable opportunity for the athletes to test their skills against tough competition. Coach Ben Veloz expressed pride in the team’s efforts, noting, “This race at Sunset Park is always very well attended. It is a great experience for our runners, and the big field always brings out everyone’s competitive spirit.” Rylan Bliss and Addy Murphy…