Author: Amy Veloz
The Pahrump Valley High School Trojans boys’ varsity basketball team showed steady resolve and flashes of rhythm Tuesday night at home against the Southeast Career Tech Roadrunners, working through a fast-paced game that featured interior scoring, perimeter shooting, and an aggressive finish. Tech struck first with a three off the opening tip and followed with free throws to set the early tempo. Pahrump Valley answered by attacking the paint. Lucas Gavenda drew a foul on a hard drive and converted both free throws before finishing inside off a foul-related inbound play. After Tech answered with another basket, Gavenda buried a…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ varsity basketball team brought constant pressure and energy to its home matchup against The Meadows Mustangs on Wednesday, January 14, staying aggressive throughout despite a 74–49 final score. The Mustangs opened the game with the first two baskets, taking an early 5–0 lead as the Trojans applied full-court pressure from the start. Pahrump Valley broke through at the 4:15 mark of the first quarter when Keir Sheppard drilled a three from the left corner to cut the deficit to 5–3. Meadows responded with a dunk, but the Trojans answered again as Trae Plein drove…
For Chloe Havins, high school has been a season of growth, belonging, and discovering who she is meant to be. As she looks back on her time at Pahrump Valley High School, Chloe speaks with gratitude about the people and experiences that helped shape her journey—especially the friendships she formed and the teachers who made school feel like a second home. One of the most meaningful lessons Chloe learned during high school is the importance of finding her place. Once she connected with the right people and mentors, everything began to fall into place. Surrounded by supportive friends and amazing…
The Pahrump Valley High School wrestling team delivered a strong showing on the road Tuesday, January 13, earning decisive victories over both Del Sol High School and Valley High School during a tri-dual at Valley High School. The Trojans controlled the night from start to finish, winning the varsity duals 69–12 over Del Sol and 60–18 over Valley, while also sweeping both JV matchups. Head Coach Antonio Sandoval said the team entered the evening focused and confident after strong practices leading up to the event. “I’m really excited to see how we perform,” Sandoval said before the final matchup. “There…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ basketball team put together a strong all-around performance at home on Wednesday, January 14, earning a convincing 56–32 victory over The Meadows Mustangs. Mixing timely pressure with efficient offense, the Lady Trojans built control early and steadily widened the gap as the game went on. Pahrump Valley set the tone in the opening quarter by attacking the basket and capitalizing on defensive stops. Sydney Crotty opened the scoring at the free-throw line, and Kaitlyn Brown followed with a three-pointer from the right side. Riley Saldaña made her presence felt immediately, rebounding and scoring in…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ varsity basketball team faced a tough road challenge on Monday, January 5, traveling to Sunrise Mountain High School to take on the Miners in a non-conference matchup designed to prepare the Trojans for league play. Playing against the physical, fast-paced style of the Sunrise Mountain High School Miners, Pahrump Valley was tested early by full-court pressure and aggressive rebounding. Despite falling behind in the opening minutes, the Trojans continued to compete, showing composure against the press and finding scoring opportunities through ball movement and transition. Keir Sheppard provided early energy with a strong finish…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ basketball team wrapped up Holiday Classic play on Saturday, Jan. 3, with a hard-earned 77–66 victory over the Amplus Academy Archers, finishing the tournament with a strong performance that reflected growth, toughness, and improved chemistry. Playing with a shortened rotation of nine athletes, the Trojans opened the game locked in defensively, starting in man-to-man coverage while applying full-court pressure. Early ball movement paid off as Josh Slusher found Lucas Gavenda underneath for the game’s first basket, followed by a transition three from Keir Sheppard off a pass from Caden Briscoe. Amplus responded with outside…
A new youth athletic training opportunity is launching in Pahrump this month, with local coach and trainer David Wilson introducing Pahrump Valley Junior Athletics, a program designed to help young athletes build strong foundations in movement, strength, and overall athleticism. Pahrump Valley Junior Athletics will focus on boys and girls ages 5 to 18, bringing together youth of similar ages to train in structured group sessions. The goal of the program is to enhance overall athletic performance in a fun, positive, and supportive environment, while helping kids develop skills that carry over to all sports and physical activities. “I’m super…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ flag football team took the field at home in Pahrump on Wednesday, January 7, hosting Clark High School in a game that showcased the Trojans’ resilience, effort, and determination from start to finish. Jazymyn Herrera opened the game at quarterback for Pahrump Valley as the Lady Trojans worked to establish their offense early. Clark struck first with a punt return touchdown, but the Trojans continued to battle on both sides of the ball. Defensively, Ma’liyah Collins made her presence felt right away, pulling a quick flag after an interception to limit additional yardage. Despite…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ basketball team faced a demanding Friday at the Holiday Classic, playing two physical, fast-paced games that featured momentum swings, sustained defensive pressure, and late-game intensity against strong opponents. In the first game of the day against Doral Academy Red Rock, the Trojans were locked in early, holding a narrow edge in the opening minutes before Red Rock Doral surged late in the first quarter to take a 22–16 lead. Lucas Gavenda helped steady Pahrump Valley with a free throw in the closing seconds of the period, keeping the deficit manageable. The Trojans gained traction…