Author: Amy Veloz
The Pahrump Valley High School softball team closed out Regional Tournament play on Saturday, May 9 in Boulder City with a pair of hard-fought games against Virgin Valley, showing flashes of offensive power and resilience despite falling short in both matchups. Game 1 Virgin Valley struck first in the top of the opening inning, capitalizing on an early error before a sacrifice fly brought in the game’s first run. In the circle for the Trojans, Evalenne Armendariz settled in quickly, inducing a pair of pop outs to limit further damage. Pahrump had an early opportunity in the bottom half after…
The Pahrump Valley Little League Major Division playoffs continued Tuesday, May 12, with the Storm and Reds battling through an action-packed game filled with timely hitting, aggressive baserunning and momentum swings throughout all five innings. In the end, the Storm used a strong middle stretch and balanced offense to secure a 16-10 victory over the Reds. The Reds wasted little time getting on the board in the top of the first inning against Storm pitcher Oliver T. Nicholas J opened the game with a double before Liam O followed with a single to put runners on the corners. An error…
Pahrump Valley High School students and staff brought plenty of energy, laughter and competitive spirit to the court on Thursday, May 7, as the annual Staff vs. Students basketball game doubled as a fundraiser for the school yearbook program. What began as a strong start for the staff squad turned into a thrilling comeback finish for the students, who erased a late deficit and closed the game on a dramatic run to claim a 53-50 victory inside the PVHS main gym. The opening tip went the staff’s way as Coach Julius controlled the jump ball, helping set the tone early…
The Pahrump Valley High School softball team wasted little time making a statement at the Regional Tournament in Boulder City, delivering two commanding wins over Moapa Valley on Thursday, May 7 and Virgin Valley on Friday, May 8. Behind dominant pitching from Jaycie Hayes and a relentless offensive approach, the Trojans controlled both games from start to finish. Game 1: Trojans Surge Early, Hayes Dominates in Win Over Moapa Valley Jaycie Hayes set the tone immediately in the circle, striking out the side in the top of the first inning despite a pair of early defensive miscues that allowed Moapa…
For Dan Pineau, a run for Nye County Sheriff is less about stepping into a new role and more about continuing a long-standing commitment to a community he has spent nearly three decades serving. Drawing on more than 20 years in local law enforcement, Pineau says his decision to enter the race is rooted in both professional experience and personal connection to the people who call Nye County home. Pineau brings more than two decades of law enforcement experience within Nye County, a place he says has been both the foundation of his career and his personal life. “I’ve dedicated…
The Pahrump Valley Little League Senior Division playoffs continued Tuesday, May 12, with the A’s and Dodgers battling through a back-and-forth contest that featured timely hitting, aggressive base running and momentum swings throughout all six innings. The A’s struck first in the top of the opening inning against Dodgers starter Caleb Morales. After Andrew Chastain was retired on a pop out and Kasen Smith went down looking, Anthony Aguilar worked a walk to keep the inning alive. Bentley Shannon followed with a hard-hit single to center field, moving Aguilar to third before Jose Aguilar delivered the first big hit of…
A fun and competitive evening is on tap at Pahrump Valley High School as students and staff prepare to square off in the 2026 Staff vs. Students Basketball Game on Thursday, May 7. The event will take place from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. inside the PVHS Main Gym, offering the community a chance to enjoy some lighthearted competition while supporting the school. Admission is set at $3 per person or $5 for a group of up to five people, making it an affordable outing for families and friends. The game will feature four 7-minute quarters, keeping the pace fast and…
The Pahrump Valley Little League Senior Division playoff matchup between the Braves and Angels on Wednesday, May 6 featured early momentum swings, aggressive baserunning, and strong efforts on both sides before the Braves secured a mercy-rule victory. The Angels threatened immediately in the top of the first when Deston reached after being hit by a pitch from Braves starter Stetson Brown. Deston quickly moved into scoring position, stealing second and advancing to third on a groundout by Derek Hutchinson. Brown settled in from there, recording back-to-back strikeouts to strand the runner and keep the game scoreless. The Braves answered in…
The Pahrump Valley High School track and field team returned to the top of the podium Friday, May 1, successfully defending its Small Schools team title at the Boulder City Invitational. The Trojans matched last year’s success with another first-place finish, backed by a full meet of strong performances, personal bests, and record-setting efforts. Leading the way individually, Jayden Crisler earned the Men’s Top Performer Award, while Jules Ondrisko was named the Women’s Top Performer, highlighting a dominant showing across both sides of the roster. The meet opened with the 4×800-meter relays, where both Trojan teams set the tone early.…
The Pahrump Valley High School softball team wrapped up its regular season in dominant fashion on Wednesday, April 29, defeating The Meadows Mustangs at home with a complete performance on both sides of the ball. With the win, the Trojans head into the postseason in first place, carrying strong momentum into the playoffs. Pahrump turned to Evalenne Armendariz in the circle, and the Trojan pitcher delivered from the opening inning. Despite a leadoff runner reaching on an error in the top of the first, Armendariz quickly settled in, recording a strikeout and inducing back-to-back groundouts. Behind her, Mariah Gray, Myah…