Author: Amy Veloz
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…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ basketball team brought steady pressure and a determined effort to the road Friday night, January 16, facing the Boulder City Eagles in Boulder City. Despite a strong second-half push and consistent full-court pressure throughout the game, the Trojans fell 79–63 in a contest that showcased their pace, defensive energy, and willingness to compete until the final buzzer. Pahrump Valley set the tone early with physical defense and hustle. Josh Slusher opened the night with a strong box-out on the defensive end, and after Boulder City scored first, Lucas Gavenda answered with a soft floater…
The Rosemary Clarke Middle School boys and girls basketball B teams welcomed The Meadows to campus for a spirited evening of hoops that showcased energy, teamwork, and continued growth across both programs. The night opened with a special pregame moment as the Pahrump Valley Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol presented the colors, followed by a moving national anthem performed by Avery Sampson, setting a respectful and enthusiastic tone for the games that followed. The RCMS girls B team came out aggressive and confident from the opening tip. Gianna Domingo got the scoring started, finishing in transition before converting…
By David Morris, DO Cardiovascular Physician Southwest Medical, part of Optum According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women, and people of most racial and ethnic groups in the United States. By adopting healthier lifestyle habits, individuals can learn to incorporate small, but powerful, changes into their day-to-day routines that can help prevent heart disease. The CDC states that living a healthier lifestyle can help keep your blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels normal and may help lower your risk for heart disease and heart attack.…
The Pahrump Valley High School wrestling team turned Senior Night into a celebration to remember Friday, January 16, rolling to a decisive 68–12 home victory over Somerset Losee while honoring the athletes who have helped shape the program. Between the JV and varsity matches, the Trojans paused competition to recognize their seniors and their families, a moment that drew strong community support and set the tone for the night. Seniors honored included Austin Alvarez, Dominic Chiancone, Jayden Crisler, Ben De Santiago, Jacob McLaughlin, Ethan Rouse, Joseph Scheer, Jacob Stepp, Timmy Stutzman, Mason Whitney, Dominik Wilson, Jonathan Lopez, and the team…
The Pahrump Valley High School junior varsity wrestling team gained valuable mat time and experience while competing in the Battle of Valhalla, held Friday and Saturday, January 16–17, at Valley High School. With 18 Southern Nevada schools represented, the two-day tournament offered a deep field and a strong test for a JV lineup that included both seasoned wrestlers and first-time competitors. Despite facing tough brackets and multiple returning medalists from across the region, Pahrump Valley’s JV wrestlers showed resilience, growth, and competitiveness throughout the weekend. Several Trojans wrestled multiple matches each day, gaining crucial tournament experience against unfamiliar opponents and…
The Rosemary Clarke Middle School (RCMS) Sharks boys and girls basketball teams gained valuable experience and showcased their competitiveness at the GV Christian Shootout tournament, held Friday and Saturday, January 16–17. Facing a challenging slate of opponents, the Sharks girls team finished fifth overall, while the boys earned a fourth-place finish, highlighted by an individual all-tournament honor. The RCMS boys opened tournament play on Friday with an impressive showing against Alexander Dawson securing a dominant 52–21 victory. The Sharks followed that with a tough matchup against Somerset Losee, where they ultimately fell 66–20 to close out the first day. Saturday’s…
Charleston Peak Winery is welcoming 2026 with a slate of new wine releases and a look ahead at what’s coming next, marking a bright start to the year for the Pahrump-based estate winery. The winery recently introduced several new wines designed to highlight an evolving portfolio focused on fresh, expressive, and approachable styles. Among the latest releases is the 2024 Rosé of Zinfandel, formerly known as White Zinfandel, offering red berry notes and a vibrant, easy-drinking profile. Also debuting are two pétillant naturel sparkling wines from the 2025 vintage. The 2025 Riesling Pétillant Naturel Sparkling Wine brings a lively, naturally…
The Pahrump Valley club baseball team (Aztecs) packed a full day of action into Saturday, January 17, taking on Green Valley and Desert Oasis in a doubleheader held at Desert Oasis. Across both games, the Aztecs showed steady improvement at the plate, timely pitching changes, and a late surge that kept both contests competitive into the final innings. Game One: Aztecs vs. Green Valley The opener against Green Valley began with a challenging first inning for the Aztecs. After a quick three up, three down at the plate, Green Valley capitalized in the bottom half with a string of singles…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ basketball team closed out a dramatic road contest with poise and timely shooting, earning a 54–48 win over the Green Valley Christian Guardians on Wednesday, January 21, at Green Valley Christian. Green Valley Christian opened the night by winning the tip and knocking down a three-pointer to take an early 3–0 lead, but the Trojans quickly settled in. Lucas Gavenda got Pahrump Valley on the board at the free-throw line, converting both attempts after being fouled on a shot. Moments later, Gavenda followed Trae Plein’s miss for a putback, then caught a long pass…