Author: Amy Veloz
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ varsity volleyball team delivered a hard-fought performance on the road Monday, April 27, pushing Doral Red Rock High School to five sets in a match filled with momentum swings, long rallies and steady contributions across the lineup. Pahrump Valley settled in early after a back-and-forth start to the opening set. Andy Sanchez helped keep plays alive with a well-placed tip, while the Trojans worked through early miscues to find rhythm. Doral built a lead midway through the set, but Pahrump Valley responded behind improved net play and defensive effort. Nicholas Watson sparked a short…
The Pahrump Valley High School softball team delivered a strong all-around performance at home on Friday, April 24, using a big first inning and steady play throughout to secure a 13-3 win over Sports Leadership & Management (SLAM!) in a game that also celebrated Senior Night. Before the first pitch, the Lady Trojans honored seniors Myah Krolczyk and Madison Rodriguez, recognizing their contributions to the program alongside their families in a special pregame ceremony that set the tone for the evening. Once play began, it was Evalenne Armendariz who took command in the circle. She opened the game with confidence,…
For Austin Alvarez, the road to college football has been anything but traditional. It’s a journey shaped by constant movement, personal challenges, self-reliance, and an unwavering belief in chasing something bigger—no matter how long it took to be seen. Born in Las Vegas, Alvarez’s early years were marked by frequent relocations. His family moved from Texas to Beatty, back to Texas, then to Death Valley, before finally settling in Pahrump when he was just four years old. Life at home was far from easy, with his parents separating during those early years, leaving Alvarez, his sister, and his father to…
The Pahrump Valley High School softball team saw its 12-game win streak come to an end Saturday, April 25, but not without a determined fight, as the Trojans pushed until the final inning in a narrow 3-2 loss on the road against Coronado—marking their first loss in over a month. Pahrump Valley came out aggressive in the top of the first, with Aspen Middaugh setting the tone by ripping a ground ball single to get on base. She quickly moved into scoring position with a stolen base, putting early pressure on Coronado. Despite the opportunity, the Trojans were unable to…
The Rosemary Clarke Middle School golf team closed out its home schedule on a high note, competing in the Middle School Division Match 2026 and turning in a strong team performance against Pinecrest and Cornerstone. Playing in their final home match of the season, the Sharks showed both depth and consistency, finishing with a team score of 233. Pinecrest posted a 216 to take the team win, while Cornerstone finished at 268. Rosemary Clarke was led by a balanced lineup that saw multiple golfers turn in low rounds while keeping scores tightly grouped throughout the day. Cooper Hunn and Anthony…
The stage lights are shining a little brighter for Pahrump Valley High School’s theatre program this year, as students have earned multiple nominations for the prestigious Nevada High School Musical Theater Awards, held at The Smith Center. Recognizing their production of Monty Python’s Spamalot, PVHS performers and the ensemble as a whole have been honored across several major categories, highlighting both individual talent and the strength of the program overall. Leading the nominations is Ethan O’Rourke, who was named an Outstanding Lead Actor nominee, while Kylee Siegmund earned recognition as an Outstanding Lead Actress nominee. Both honors place them among…
In a game that featured momentum swings, aggressive base running and timely hitting on both sides, the Pahrump Valley Little League Senior Division matchup between the Braves and Dodgers on Tuesday, April 28 delivered a competitive, inning-by-inning battle that kept both teams within striking distance throughout. The Dodgers struck first in the top of the opening inning against Braves starting pitcher Stetson Brown. Trustin Wagnon reached on a walk and worked his way around the bases, eventually scoring on a defensive miscue to give the Dodgers a 1-0 lead. Brown settled in after that, recording two strikeouts to limit further…
What started as an email that seemed too good to be true turned into a moment the Pahrump Valley High School football program won’t soon forget. Roughly six weeks ago, PVHS Athletic Administrator Kristin Baker received a message offering a donation to the Trojans football program—an offer that initially raised some skepticism. “I definitely thought it was phishing,” she said. “But when we responded, it turned into something completely unexpected.” That unexpected opportunity came courtesy of the Las Vegas Raiders and the Raiders Foundation, who invited the Trojans to be part of their Festival of Football celebration in Las Vegas.…
The Pahrump Valley High School track and field team delivered another strong and encouraging showing at the Richard Lewis Invitational in Moapa on Friday, April 24, turning in a meet filled with personal bests, standout finishes and even a pair of school records as the postseason draws closer. Even without entries in the 4×800-meter relay, the Trojans wasted no time making their presence felt on the track. In the hurdles, Ulisses Alvarez led the way for the boys in the 110-meter race with a time of 19.44, while the girls group showed impressive depth in the 100-meter hurdles. Ella Odegard…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ varsity volleyball team delivered an energetic and competitive performance on their home court Thursday, April 23, facing off against the The Meadows School Mustangs in a four-set battle that highlighted both grit and growth. The Trojans came out sharp in the opening set, setting the tone early behind consistent serving and aggressive play at the net. William Coen helped spark the first point from the service line, and despite an early exchange of points, Pahrump began to find its rhythm. Andy Sanchez quickly made his presence felt, delivering multiple well-placed spikes and keeping the…