Author: Amy Veloz
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ soccer team put up a strong fight against the Meadows Mustangs on Tuesday, September 24, but ultimately fell 5-2 after a tough second half. Despite the loss, the Trojans showed resilience and determination, especially with several new players stepping up to fill in due to injuries. The Trojans came out strong in the first half, executing their game plan perfectly and securing a 2-0 lead by halftime. Hector Hernandez opened the scoring for Pahrump with a well-placed goal, and Joan Cruz, brought up from the JV team, added a second goal after converting a…
The Rosemary Clarke Middle School (RCMS) Sharks football team faced off against the Eureka Vandals on Friday, September 20, in a hard-fought game on a neutral field in Tonopah. Despite being physically outmatched early on, the Sharks displayed resilience, ultimately forcing the game into overtime before falling just short in a dramatic conclusion. The final score was 42-36 in favor of Eureka, but the Sharks’ valiant effort left an indelible mark on the game. Head Coach Jeff Corbett acknowledged the challenge his team faced from the outset. “We were outmatched physically,” Corbett said. “Their defense dominated the line, and we…
The Pahrump Valley High School (PVHS) Trojans tennis teams delivered a strong performance on September 24, 2024, as they hosted the Virgin Valley Bulldogs. Both the boys and girls teams showed resilience and skill, securing wins in their respective matches. For the boys, the Trojans dominated Virgin Valley with a final score of 15-3. Standout players included James DelaRosa who went 3-0, Sonny Skinner who went 3-0, Milan Vasquez who 2- in singles. Jace Eichner and Lucas Johnson went 3-0, Chris Jacks and Legend Reigns went 2-1 and Juan Rodriguez and Bryce Dykstra who also went 2-1 in doubles.. The…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ tennis team faced off against Boulder City in a tough match at home on Monday, September 23, falling 5-13 to the undefeated Eagles. While the Trojans didn’t secure a win, they put forth a tremendous effort. “Our boys’ Trojan team lost their first match yesterday versus the still unbeaten Boulder City team 5-13,” said Coach DelaRosa. “It was a warm day and an intense match up which our team fell short, however, the good news is that our hard-working boys scored the most points against Boulder during my tenure as coach and existence of…
The Pahrump Valley High School (PVHS) Boys’ Soccer team secured a commanding 2-0 victory over Boulder City on September 20, continuing their strong season with an impressive performance on both ends of the field. The Trojans were bolstered by goals from Hector Hernandez and Roberto Gonzalez, and a standout defensive effort led by Ryan Nunez Manzo, who anchored the defense with his cousin, Henry Nunez Manzo, forming a formidable central pairing. Head Coach Andrew Norton praised the team’s performance, highlighting the contributions from both starters and substitutes throughout the match. “Everything went right. We kept fresh legs all game long.…
The Nye County School District (NCSD) is calling on parents, students, teachers, staff, and community members to participate in a statewide survey regarding potential changes to high school start times. The survey, organized by the Nevada State Board of Education (NDE), aims to gather input from across the state as part of a larger discussion on how start times could impact student success. The survey explores various aspects of adjusting high school start times, such as how changes might affect student attendance, behavior, and academic performance. According to NDE, the feedback will be crucial in shaping decisions that could result…
The Pahrump Valley High School varsity volleyball team continued to showcase their dominance on the court with a decisive 3-0 win over Western High School from Las Vegas in a home conference match on Monday, September 23rd. The Trojans won the sets with scores of 25-13, 25-10, and 25-12, leaving no doubt about their control of the game from start to finish. Key performances came from Heavenly Ware and Xeane Kamanu, who both led the team with 6 kills each. Ware was also a force at the net with 7 solo blocks, while Kamanu contributed 11 digs, leading the defense…
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,…
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 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,…