Author: Amy Veloz

The Pahrump Valley High School boys wrestling team continued to build momentum early in the season as they competed at the 2025 Sierra Nevada Classic, finishing 21st out of 30 teams in a highly competitive field that included programs from Nevada, California, Idaho, Oregon, Arizona and Hawaii. In just their third tournament of the year, the Trojans faced deep, experienced brackets across nearly every weight class, using the challenging matchups as an early measuring stick while continuing to establish their rhythm and identity this season. At 106 pounds, Timothy Stutzman contributed seven team points, opening his run with a quick…

The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ varsity basketball team wrapped up play at the Gator Winter Classic on a high note Tuesday, December 30, earning a convincing win over Lee Williams High School of Kingman, Arizona. The victory provided a strong finish to both the tournament and the 2025 calendar year, showcasing the Lady Trojans’ growth, balance, and confidence on both ends of the floor. The Lady Trojans set the tone early, forcing a jump ball on the opening possession and quickly establishing defensive pressure. After Lee Williams scored first at the free-throw line, Riley Saldaña answered with an and-one…

The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ basketball team closed out pool play at the HBCU High School Basketball Holiday Jam with a hard-earned 40–35 victory over the Valley Vikings on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at Valley High School. Presented by “Fearless” Freddie Banks, the holiday tournament matchup showcased the Lady Trojans’ composure, defensive pressure, and ability to finish strong in a tight contest. Pahrump set the tone early with energy on both ends. After forcing a jump ball on the opening tip and regaining possession, Addi Nelsen opened the scoring with a smooth jumper near the elbow. Moments later, Nelsen…

The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ basketball team battled to the final seconds in their second game of the HBCU High School Basketball Holiday Jam, falling just short in a 33–31 loss to The Legacy Longhorns of North Las Vegas on Monday, December 22, at Valley High School. Pahrump set the tempo early with hustle and ball movement. Riley Saldaña opened the scoring after a sharp short-corner pass from Sydney Crotty, and Addi Nelsen followed with a confident three-pointer from the left corner to give the Lady Trojans an early lift. The teams traded baskets throughout the opening quarter, with…

The Pahrump Valley High School Trojans boys’ varsity basketball team battled through four intense quarters on Monday, Dec. 22, ultimately falling 60–56 to Innovations International Charter School of Nevada in a game that remained within reach until the final seconds. Innovations controlled the opening tip, and both teams felt each other out early. Keir Sheppard was whistled for a foul less than a minute into the game, setting a physical tone. After an early Innovations basket, Sheppard responded with a fast-break finish to tie the game at 2–2. Pahrump Valley went to a full-court press, creating pressure but also working…

The Pahrump Valley High School varsity boys’ wrestling team delivered a strong, well-rounded performance at the Virgin Valley Bulldog Growler tournament, held Friday and Saturday, December 19–20, 2025, at Virgin Valley High School in Mesquite. Competing against a deep field of regional opponents, the Trojans finished third as a team, showcasing both experienced leadership and promising depth across the lineup. Several Pahrump wrestlers battled their way onto the podium. At 106 pounds, Timothy Stutzman earned a third-place finish, racking up 16 team points. After an early pin in the quarterfinals, Stutzman rebounded from a narrow semifinal loss to secure two…

The Pahrump Valley High School Trojans closed out tournament play on a high note Tuesday, Dec. 23, defeating Nazareth Regional High School of New York, 63–42, behind relentless defensive pressure and balanced scoring throughout all four quarters. Pahrump Valley won the opening tip and immediately went to work on both ends of the floor. Keir Sheppard was active early, tipping a Lucas Gavenda attempt back toward the rim before Gavenda was whistled for an over-the-back foul minutes later. Gavenda later knocked down a three to give the Trojans a 7–5 edge, while Aydon Veloz did the dirty work inside, boxing…

On Thursday, December 18, a small group of students from Pahrump Valley High School brought the spirit of the season to Mt. Charleston Elementary, delivering 250 handmade toys created by students enrolled in Mr. Nelson’s building construction classes. Wearing Santa hats and big smiles, the high school students arrived just in time for Mt. Charleston’s pajama day, adding an extra layer of excitement to the morning. Each pre-kindergarten student received a handcrafted toy along with a candy cane, turning the visit into a joyful and memorable holiday experience. The project highlighted both craftsmanship and community connection, giving students the opportunity…

Over the course of two weeks, Bella Salon brought together food donations, personal items, and monetary contributions that were converted into food purchases, resulting in a combined total of 1,150.6 pounds of support for VFW Post 10054, located at 4651 Homestead Rd, during the salon’s second annual food drive. The drive ran from December 5 through December 19, with everything delivered in the afternoon of the 19th. The donation filled the food bank at the VFW, providing much-needed support for local veterans. This year’s total more than doubled last year’s collection, which came in at around 450 pounds. Most of…

The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ basketball team closed out play at the HBCU High School Basketball Holiday Jam with a developmental matchup against the Vegas High School Wildcats on Tuesday, December 23, at Valley High School. With tournament placement decided, the Lady Trojans used the finale as an opportunity to give extended minutes to their bench and build depth for the remainder of the season. Vegas entered the game after earning runner-up medals in their previous contest, while Pahrump emphasized pressure defense and team development from the opening tip. The Lady Trojans came out pressing early, forcing a turnover…