Author: Amy Veloz
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ varsity flag football team wrapped up its home schedule on Thursday, February 5, hosting the Amplus Archers in a game that reflected the program’s growth, determination, and team-first spirit throughout the season. Before kickoff, the evening opened with an emotional Senior Night ceremony as six Lady Trojans were honored alongside their families for their dedication to the program. Recognized seniors included Leah-Marie Cooper, Aaliyah Fries, Diona Nixon, Tiffany Sartin, and Savannah Thompson, as well as manager Delaney Abbatte. Once the game began, Pahrump Valley quickly showcased the effort and aggressiveness that had defined the…
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…
Desert View Hospital is preparing to mark a significant milestone this spring, inviting the community to join in celebrating 20 years of providing healthcare services to the Pahrump Valley. The 20th Anniversary Celebration is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and will be held on the Desert View Hospital campus, offering a family-friendly day filled with food, entertainment, and community appreciation. The celebration is designed as a thank-you to the community that has supported the hospital over the past two decades, bringing together residents, families, and local organizations for an afternoon of festivities and connection.…
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 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.…
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 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…
Sedona Norton is discovering that leadership can be driven by compassion, perseverance and a strong desire to help others. Norton is currently serving as a team member in the 2026 Las Vegas Student Visionaries of the Year campaign for Blood Cancer United, a seven-week leadership and fundraising initiative focused on supporting blood cancer patients and advancing research toward a cure. Through her involvement, Norton is working to raise both funds and awareness while demonstrating how local students can make a meaningful impact in the fight against cancer. The Student Visionaries of the Year campaign runs from January 16 through March…
The dust flew and the competition was fierce as the Pahrump Valley Jr. High/High School Rodeo Club hosted its rodeo event February 6-8, 2026, bringing together talented young athletes from across the region for two days of competition. Contestants competed across a variety of rodeo disciplines, working toward overall average standings determined by the combined times or scores from both days of competition. With strong performances, supportive crowds, and excellent weather, the event showcased both the skill and dedication of the area’s youth rodeo athletes. According to Rodeo Club Director Buddy Krebs, the event was a success from start to…
The Pahrump Valley High School wrestling team delivered a historic and dominant performance at the Regional Championship on Saturday, February 7, at Virgin Valley High School, capturing the team title while qualifying all 18 wrestlers for the upcoming state tournament. The Trojans finished atop the standings with 235 team points, outpacing runner-up Moapa Valley (207.5), followed by Boulder City (148), Virgin Valley (120), The Meadows (97), and Equipo Academy (56). The championship marked another milestone for a program that has steadily built momentum in recent seasons, highlighted by individual champions, multiple podium finishes, and depth across nearly every weight class.…