Author: Amy Veloz
The Pahrump Valley High School tennis teams faced one of the toughest challenges of their season when they traveled to Las Vegas to take on Bishop Gorman, one of Nevada’s premier 5A programs, on Friday, August 29. Though the final scores favored the Gaels, the Trojans walked away with valuable experience, hard-fought points, and a stronger sense of where they stand heading into their league schedule. On the girls’ side, the standout doubles pairing of Layla Burnell and Milly Khandpur secured two set victories to put points on the board for Pahrump. In singles, Chanel Anthony fought through a competitive…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ golf team opened their season with their first tournament of the year on Thursday, August 28, at Mountain Falls Golf Club in Pahrump. The event brought together six schools, including the Lady Trojans, with Boulder City, The Meadows, and Virgin Valley rounding out the top three teams. To be considered for team scoring, each school must field at least four players. Senior Tiffany Sartin and freshman Raegan Saldaña represented PVHS in the tournament, both still early in their competitive golf journeys. This marked the first-ever high school tournament for Saldaña and only the second…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ soccer team celebrated a decisive 7-0 win over the Cristo Rey Royals on Wednesday, September 3. Returning to the field where they once won a state championship, the Trojans took control early and never looked back, using a mix of offensive power and defensive stability to secure their first victory of the season. The scoring began in the opening minutes when Natalia Vallin put the Trojans ahead with a clean strike. From there, the pressure never let up as Pahrump Valley earned multiple corner kicks and tested Cristo Rey’s defense. Sydney Crotty added a…
When Britt Davis founded Nye County SxS LLC, it wasn’t just about creating a group of people who enjoyed driving side-by-sides across the desert trails of Nevada. It was about weaving together community, fun, and purpose in a way that makes the vast Nye County landscape feel like home for anyone who joins in. From its very beginning, the group has strived to bring people together, promote safety on the trails, and give back through creative events that raise funds for local causes. Britt describes the mission of Nye County SxS simply: to create fun, inclusive, and safe off-road experiences…
The Pahrump Valley High School Trojans could not have asked for a better way to begin their 2025 football season, delivering a complete team performance in a 54-0 rout over Pinecrest Cadence on Friday, August 22. The Trojans controlled every aspect of the game—offense, defense, and special teams—while never allowing the Cougars to gain momentum. The action started with a statement from the Trojans’ defense. After a short opening kickoff by Pahrump, Pinecrest struggled to move the ball, committing multiple false starts and failing to convert on third down. Quarterback pressure from the defensive front, including a strong push from…
The Pahrump Valley High School volleyball team put on a show of resilience and teamwork Monday night, August 25, 2025, coming from behind to defeat the Boulder City Eagles in a thrilling five-set match. After falling behind 0-2, the Trojans stormed back to win the next three sets, clinching the victory 3-2 in front of a spirited home crowd. The first set was marked by back-and-forth rallies. Xe’ane Kamanu delivered the first kill of the night for Pahrump, and Sedona Norton followed up with a serving ace to briefly give the Trojans the lead. But Boulder City countered with strong…
The Rosemary Clarke Middle School (RCMS) football program is inviting the community to come out and show their support at a special fundraiser. On Saturday, September 6, RCMS will host its first-ever “Under the Lights Game” at Pahrump Valley High School’s (PVHS) football field. Kickoff is set for 7:00 p.m. This exciting fall scrimmage will feature RCMS players facing off against each other in an offense-versus-defense matchup. While it may not be a traditional game against another school, the evening promises to be a spirited showcase of the program’s talent and a preview of the future of Trojan football. Admission…
As students across Nye County settle into the new school year, the Nye County School District (NCSD) is putting a spotlight on the critical importance of regular school attendance—and making it easier than ever for parents to report absences. The district has rolled out a new streamlined reporting process through EduRooms, a feature integrated directly into the official NCSD app. The numbers show just how important consistent attendance is for student success. According to AttendanceWorks.org, missing just two days of school each month adds up to 20 days a year—equal to 30 hours of math and 60 hours of reading…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ soccer team earned a hard-fought 3-2 victory over the Boulder City Eagles on Wednesday, August 27, showing resilience after a tough road loss earlier in the week. Head Coach Andrew Norton admitted the Trojans’ first half was far from perfect, as the team experimented with new formations and positions. “The first half was actually a bit ugly for us,” Norton said. “We made changes last night at 8 p.m. and implemented them today, and it did not go well. It wasn’t because of the players’ skill—it was just their first time in those roles,…
The Pahrump Valley High School Trojans girls’ soccer teams hit the road on Thursday, August 21, to face the Boulder City Eagles, delivering strong performances across both JV and Varsity despite mixed results. The JV squad shined once again, collecting another shutout victory with a 3-0 win. Their ability to play cohesively as a unit has been evident early this season. “As a whole we still have a lot to learn, but they have been working very well as a team,” said Head Coach Amy Carlson, noting the progress and promise the younger players are showing. On the Varsity side,…