Author: Amy Veloz
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ varsity basketball team delivered a complete road performance Wednesday night, January 7, pulling away early and maintaining control throughout an 51–8 win over the Cristo Rey Royals. Pahrump Valley set the pace from the opening tip. The Trojans won possession and immediately settled into their offense, finding Ella Odegard cutting down the lane for the game’s first basket. On the next trip, Odegard worked to the left block and banked in another shot, giving Pahrump a quick 4–0 lead. Applying full-court pressure from the outset, the Trojans forced turnovers and capitalized on second chances.…
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’ 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 Independent American Party of Nye County will host its annual county convention on Saturday, January 10, 2026, welcoming community members from across the political spectrum for a morning of discussion and civic engagement. The convention will be held at Our Place, located at 1401 S Hwy 160, beginning at 10 a.m. and continuing until approximately 2 p.m. Attendance is free, and organizers emphasize that no one is excluded. While the event is hosted by the Independent American Party of Nye County, which is affiliated with the Constitution Party, all political parties and members of the public are encouraged to…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ basketball team opened play at the Gator Winter Classic on Friday, December 26, facing a tough opponent from Winslow, Arizona, in a matchup that tested the Lady Trojans’ composure, defensive effort, and persistence. Hosted by Green Valley High School, the tournament brought together programs from across the region for a competitive holiday showcase. Winslow struck first, scoring quickly and applying pressure early, but the Lady Trojans responded with energy on the defensive end. Riley Saldaña set the tone by forcing multiple jump balls and converting a layup in transition to get the Lady Trojans…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ varsity basketball team continued tournament play at the Gator Winter Classic on Saturday, December 27, taking on Sunny Hills in their second game of the weekend at Green Valley High School. Facing a disciplined opponent with an aggressive press, the Lady Trojans leaned on hustle, defensive effort, and steady leadership to battle through four competitive quarters. Sunny Hills struck first from beyond the arc, but the Lady Trojans answered with strong individual efforts. Riley Saldaña attacked the basket early to get the Trojans on the board and followed with rebounds and trips to the…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ varsity basketball team returned to the court at the Gator Winter Classic on Monday, December 29, facing Arbor View in a hard-fought contest that came down to the final moments. The matchup offered another high-intensity test for the Lady Trojans, who continued to show composure, effort, and growth while navigating the pressures of tournament play. The Lady Trojans got off to a strong start, winning the opening tip and striking first when Riley Saldaña battled for position under the rim to score. Saldaña continued to set the tone early, attacking the basket and converting…
Setting Resolutions for 2026 is a Simple Way to Start By Dr. Neil Gokal, M.D., FAAFP Chief Medical Officer, Optum Nevada A new year brings new resolutions that can lead to improvements in daily habits as well as health benefits for many older Americans. In fact, according to a 2020 study, older adults who engaged in healthy lifestyle choices such as physical activity, not smoking, not heavily drinking, following a healthy diet, and taking part in mentally stimulating activities, had a 60% lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.(1) For people who are already suffering from chronic conditions, setting simple and…
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 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…