Author: Amy Veloz
The Pahrump Valley High School cross country team delivered a strong performance on Saturday, September 13, at the Clark County Fairgrounds in a meet hosted by Moapa Valley High School. Competing across three divisions, the Trojans recorded standout individual times, set new personal and season records, and captured the boys’ varsity team title. In the boys’ Varsity B race, the Trojans showed steady improvement and resilience. Evan Risk led the way for Pahrump, finishing 21st overall with a personal record of 22:19.7. He was closely followed by Mozes Quinonez, who placed 24th overall with a personal best of 22:45.0. Not…
Katlynn (Kati) Stecker’s journey from a high school student in Pahrump to her current position as a Foster Home Developer/Kinship Support Specialist in Austin, Texas, is one marked by perseverance, passion, and an unwavering commitment to social justice. Now a recent graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Sociology from Texas State University, Kati has used her own challenging experiences with the foster care system as the driving force behind her career, ultimately choosing to help children facing the same struggles she once did. A 2015 graduate of Pahrump Valley High School (PVHS), Kati’s time at the school was…
The Pahrump Valley High School Trojans’ junior varsity volleyball team showed poise and power on the road Thursday, September 4, earning a 2-0 sweep over the Cristo Rey Royals. From the opening serve to the final point, the Trojans executed strong serving, sharp net play, and relentless energy to secure the win. The first set was a battle of momentum swings. McKinsey Nottingham opened with a series of hard spikes, giving the Trojans an early spark. Olivia Veloz followed with an ace to extend the lead, and Sarah Penner kept the Royals on their toes with pressure at the net.…
The Rosemary Clarke Middle School football team enjoyed a special night on the field as they hosted their first-ever “Under the Lights” game, a fundraiser that brought more than 100 members of the community together and raised just over $1,600 for the Sharks program. Typically, playing under stadium lights is an experience reserved for athletes once they reach high school, but on this night, the Sharks had their chance to shine. Every player had the opportunity to get on the field for nearly half the game, giving friends and family plenty of chances to cheer them on and witness their…
The Rosemary Clarke Middle School Sharks cross country team had a great day on September 6th at Sunset Park, which was the second race of their season. The race was a quick one, being only 1.3 miles. The day was already warm by the time of the middle school races, which took place at 10:25 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Despite the heat, multiple runners on both the boys’ and girls’ teams set new personal records among a field of 221 male finishers and 196 female finishers from 23 different middle schools. The Sharks’ strong performance highlights a promising season ahead…
The Pahrump Valley High School cross country team had a remarkable weekend, with athletes competing in two different states and achieving impressive results. A group of 13 Trojans traveled to Minnesota to compete at the Dragon Twilight Invitational at Minnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM) on Friday, September 5, while the rest of the team represented PVHS at the Larry Burgess Invitational at Sunset Park in Las Vegas on Saturday, September 6. Nearly every Pahrump runner set either a personal record (PR) or season record (SR) for the entire weekend. Leading the girls, Kaylan Robinson crossed the line in 21:50.7 (PR),…
The Pahrump Valley High School Trojans took to their home field Friday night, September 5, for a clash against the Spring Valley Grizzlies that turned into a fight down to the final seconds. The Trojans led most of the way, playing with intensity on both sides of the ball, before a dramatic fourth-quarter rally by the Grizzlies stole a 28-24 victory. The opening drive set the tone as quarterback Kayne Horibe marched the Trojans downfield with a series of keepers, short passes, and a critical leap for a first down. A defensive encroachment and strong runs by Angel Ware and…
The Pahrump Valley High School tennis program had a strong showing against Virgin Valley High School, with both the boys and girls teams coming out on top in their matchups on the Bulldogs’ newly renovated courts. The Lady Trojans secured an 11-7 victory, while the boys team earned a 12-6 win. On the boys’ side, all of the singles players swept their matches, setting the tone for the day. The doubles pair of Bryce Dykstra and Juan Carlos Rodriguez bounced back after dropping their first set to capture two wins, adding crucial points to the team total. Ethan Johnson and…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ soccer team faced two tough opponents this week, traveling to The Meadows Mustangs on Monday, September 8, before returning home to host the Virgin Valley Bulldogs on Wednesday, September 10. While both contests ended in losses, the Trojans showed grit, improvement, and promising play across the field. At The Meadows, the Trojans took the field with Jazmyn Herrera in goal, a strong defensive line anchored by Diona Nixon, Cindal Monahan, Haylee Barajas-Slis, and Raylee Smith, and offensive leaders including Sydney Crotty, Natalia Vallin, and Juliana Lopez up front. Early in the first half, the…
The Pahrump Valley High School volleyball team endured a challenging week of back-to-back contests, hosting the Moapa Valley Pirates on Monday, September 8, before traveling to face The Meadows Mustangs on Wednesday, September 10. Though both matches ended 3-0 in favor of their opponents, the Trojans fought through every point and showed growth on the court. Against Moapa Valley, the Trojans opened strong in the first set. Sedona Norton delivered an ace to tie the game at 3-3, while Heavenly Ware contributed a dig and a kill to keep her team close. Xe’ane Kamanu and Riley Saldaña attacked aggressively at…