Author: Amy Veloz
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ basketball team earned a decisive 43-24 victory over the Moapa Valley Pirates in the Region Quarterfinals on Wednesday night at home. After splitting games during the regular season, the Lady Trojans entered the postseason matchup with determination and a focused game plan aimed at securing the win. With the victory, the Trojans advance to the Region Semifinals, where they will host Virgin Valley on Friday, February 13 at 6:20 p.m. at PVHS. Pahrump set the tone early, winning the opening tip and immediately battling through Moapa Valley’s full-court press. While the Pirates applied pressure…
The Pahrump Valley High School junior varsity girls’ flag football team closed out its season Thursday, February 5, with a competitive home matchup against Amplus, delivering a performance highlighted by defensive stands, explosive runs, and a determined late-game push. Although the Lady Trojans fell 13-6, the contest reflected the team’s growth, grit, and ability to battle through adversity from start to finish. Pahrump Valley opened the game with possession and quickly showed its willingness to take risks offensively. Early in the first quarter, the Lady Trojans converted a fourth-down play just past the 40-yard line, keeping their opening drive alive.…
Elliott Owens graduated from Pahrump Valley High School in 2011, but the way he talks about his years as a Trojan makes it clear that high school was not simply a phase he passed through—it was a foundation. It was where he learned how to commit to a team, how to lead in ways that aren’t always flashy, and how to find balance between pressure and joy. Those lessons still show up today in the way he works, the way he coaches, and the way he welcomes people onto a golf course with the goal of making their entire day…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ junior varsity basketball team closed out its home schedule on a high note Friday, February 6, earning a strong 42-33 victory over the Boulder City Eagles. The Lady Trojans set the tone early with aggressive defense, balanced scoring, and consistent teamwork, delivering a confident performance in front of their home crowd. Pahrump wasted little time getting on the scoreboard, as Aurora Bowers opened the game with a determined drive to the basket for the first points of the night. The Lady Trojans quickly built momentum as Addi Nelsen found Cindal Monahan inside for another…
For Madison “Madi” Rodriguez, the journey to collegiate softball began long before recruiting emails, campus visits, or conversations about the future. It started with a glove, a bat, and a love for the game that took root at an early age and steadily grew into a defining part of her life. Madi’s softball background spans more than a decade and includes nearly every level of the sport available to a young athlete. Her introduction to organized athletics came at just four years old, when she stepped onto the field for the first time. “I started playing t-ball when I was…
The skies over Pahrump will soon be filled with color and excitement as the Pahrump Hot Air Rally in the Valley, presented by AmeriGas® – America’s Propane Company, returns to Petrack Park February 13–15, 2026. The three-day event is expected to draw residents and visitors alike for a weekend packed with breathtaking balloon launches, family-friendly entertainment and a celebration of community spirit. General admission to the event is free, making it an accessible outing for families and spectators of all ages. One of the highlights of the rally is the opportunity to watch dozens of vibrant hot air balloons rise…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ varsity basketball team closed out the regular season Friday, February 6, with an emotional Senior Night matchup against the Boulder City Eagles. Before tipoff, the school community gathered to recognize seniors from both the PVHS Dance Team and the Lady Trojans basketball program, celebrating their dedication and contributions before the team took the court in front of a supportive home crowd. Honored from the PVHS Dance Team were seniors Tayela Brown, McKenna Cunningham, Natalie Minor and Lucy Smith, while the Lady Trojans recognized team manager Akim Khan alongside players Julie Briggs and Julianna “Jules”…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ varsity flag football team returned to their home field Tuesday, Feb. 3, squaring off against a talented Spring Valley squad in a contest that showcased defensive hustle, determined offensive efforts, and moments of standout individual play as the Lady Trojans continued to compete with heart from start to finish. Pahrump Valley opened the game on defense and immediately set an aggressive tone. On the very first play from scrimmage, Ember Castaneda broke up a deep pass attempt, showing strong coverage and anticipation. Spring Valley continued to test the secondary with another long throw, but…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ junior varsity flag football team continued to showcase hustle, teamwork, and determination as they hosted Spring Valley on Tuesday, February 3. While the scoreboard ultimately showed a 26-6 loss, the Lady Trojans delivered a performance filled with defensive stops, creative offensive looks, and relentless effort from start to finish. Spring Valley opened the game with possession and immediately faced resistance from the Pahrump defense. On an early fourth-down conversion attempt, Keelee Gieni came up with a key flag pull to keep the play from turning into a bigger gain. Spring Valley continued to push…
Facing one of the league’s toughest environments late in the regular season, the Pahrump Valley High School boys’ basketball team traveled to The Meadows on Wednesday, February 4, looking to sharpen its execution and maintain momentum as postseason play approaches. While the Mustangs ultimately secured the win, the Trojans continued to compete possession-by-possession, showing flashes of offensive production and resilience that carried through all four quarters. The Mustangs opened quickly, knocking down a three-pointer on their first scoring opportunity to take a 3-0 lead. Lucas Gavenda drew contact early in the contest, getting to the free throw line at the…