Author: Amy Veloz
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ varsity flag football team returned to their home field Tuesday, Feb. 3, squaring off against a talented Spring Valley squad in a contest that showcased defensive hustle, determined offensive efforts, and moments of standout individual play as the Lady Trojans continued to compete with heart from start to finish. Pahrump Valley opened the game on defense and immediately set an aggressive tone. On the very first play from scrimmage, Ember Castaneda broke up a deep pass attempt, showing strong coverage and anticipation. Spring Valley continued to test the secondary with another long throw, but…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ junior varsity flag football team continued to showcase hustle, teamwork, and determination as they hosted Spring Valley on Tuesday, February 3. While the scoreboard ultimately showed a 26-6 loss, the Lady Trojans delivered a performance filled with defensive stops, creative offensive looks, and relentless effort from start to finish. Spring Valley opened the game with possession and immediately faced resistance from the Pahrump defense. On an early fourth-down conversion attempt, Keelee Gieni came up with a key flag pull to keep the play from turning into a bigger gain. Spring Valley continued to push…
When Calvada Marketplace first opened its doors in Pahrump in July 2024 under the name Boss Babe, it was envisioned as a shared retail space where local vendors could sell their products year-round rather than relying solely on pop-ups and special events. Less than two years later, the shop has evolved into a fully realized marketplace reflecting both the growth of its vendor community and a broader vision for collaborative retail in the area. Owned by Jonathon Fischer, Calvada Marketplace represents a rebrand and expansion of the original concept, aligning the store’s identity more closely with what it has become.…
Facing one of the league’s toughest environments late in the regular season, the Pahrump Valley High School boys’ basketball team traveled to The Meadows on Wednesday, February 4, looking to sharpen its execution and maintain momentum as postseason play approaches. While the Mustangs ultimately secured the win, the Trojans continued to compete possession-by-possession, showing flashes of offensive production and resilience that carried through all four quarters. The Mustangs opened quickly, knocking down a three-pointer on their first scoring opportunity to take a 3-0 lead. Lucas Gavenda drew contact early in the contest, getting to the free throw line at the…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ basketball team hit the road Friday night, traveling to Moapa Valley to face the Pirates in a fast-paced, physical matchup that challenged the Trojans from start to finish. Despite the final score favoring the home team, the Trojans showed steady fight from the opening tip through the closing minutes, using the contest as a valuable tune-up as the postseason approaches. The opening quarter quickly developed into an intense back-and-forth battle. Lucas Gavenda got the Trojans on the board early with a strong finish inside following an early defensive stop. Caden Briscoe followed with a…
The Pahrump Valley High School Varsity Wrestling team delivered a full day of strong performances at the 3A Southern Regional Duals, held Saturday, January 24, at Moapa Valley High School, finishing the tournament with a guaranteed second-place team result. Pahrump Valley opened the day with a decisive 60–13 victory over Virgin Valley in Round 1. The Trojans racked up bonus points throughout the lineup, with falls from Zachary Hulderson (120), Zelin Kamanu (126), Wesley Cruff (144), Austin Alvarez (157), Jacob Stepp (190), and Julio Ackerman (285). Timothy Stutzman (106), Carlos Flores (132), and Paul Walker (165) added forfeits, while Ethan…
A longtime community program supporting individuals with special needs is entering a new chapter in Pahrump. The PDOP Life Skills Club, operated by the Pahrump Disability Outreach Program (PDOP), is expanding its reach beginning in February through a new partnership with Voices for All Abilities (VFAB). With more than a decade of history in the community, the Life Skills Club will now open enrollment to children ages 7 through adulthood, offering free weekly sessions focused on practical life skills, social development, and inclusive community connection. Participation in the program is open at no cost to families. The Life Skills Club…
Pahrump Valley High School alumni from every graduating class are invited to reconnect, reminisce, and celebrate Trojan pride during a special All-Class Reunion weekend planned for June 19–20, 2026. With two major events scheduled—one in Pahrump and one in Las Vegas—organizers are encouraging anyone interested in attending any part of the reunion to sign up now so planning can continue to move forward. The reunion weekend kicks off on Friday, June 19, 2026, with an All-Class Reunion Mixer at Treasures RV Resort in Pahrump. Designed as a relaxed and social evening, the mixer will feature music, drinks, and plenty of…
The Pahrump Valley Jr. High/High School Rodeo Club is getting ready to bring rodeo action home with a full weekend of competition scheduled for February 6–8, 2026. The hometown rodeo will showcase the dedication and hard work of local youth riders ranging from 5th grade through 12th grade, competing across a wide mix of events. The weekend opens early on Friday, Feb. 6, with a shooting tournament at 7 a.m. at Murphy’s Pit (1871 E. Mesquite Road). Later that day, attention shifts to high school cutting, which begins at noon at McCullough Arena (150 N. Highway 160), with the girls…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ basketball team delivered a dominant performance on their home court Wednesday night, overwhelming the Cristo Rey Royals 70–20 with tough defense, crisp ball movement, and scoring contributions from up and down the lineup. The Trojans set the tone immediately. Caden Briscoe opened the scoring with a three-pointer, and Lucas Gavenda followed with a bucket at the 7:40 mark to make it 5–0. After Gavenda was fouled on a shot, Josh Slusher went to work in the paint, pushing the lead to 7–0. Briscoe struck again from the left wing, and moments later Gavenda capitalized…