Author: Amy Veloz
The Pahrump Valley High School Trojans varsity volleyball team traveled to Cristo Rey on Thursday, September 4, and left with a decisive 3-0 victory. The win was marked by consistent serving, aggressive net play, and contributions across the roster, as the Trojans steadily wore down the Royals in straight sets. The opening set saw Cristo Rey jump ahead 3-0 after a serve the Trojans couldn’t return and a couple of hitting errors at the net. Pahrump quickly regrouped when Xe’ane Kamanu hammered a spike from the back line that dropped into the middle of the Royals’ defense. Sedona Norton then…
The Pahrump Valley Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol gathered at Pahrump Valley High School on Thursday, August 21, for a momentous occasion that blended tradition, growth, and celebration. The high school cafeteria was filled with cadets in uniform as family members and supporters filled the seats around them. The atmosphere was one of pride and anticipation, as the squadron held its official change of command ceremony—a symbolic passing of responsibility from one leader to another. In addition to honoring outgoing Cadet Commander Cadet Colonel Ryan Lamping and welcoming incoming Cadet Commander Cadet Second Lieutenant Jeremiah Cortes, the evening…
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 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 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…
Visitors to this year’s Pahrump Fall Festival will have more than just carnival rides, vendors, and entertainment to look forward to. Optum–Nevada’s healthcare team is bringing its Medicine on the Move mobile medical center to the event on Saturday, September 27, offering free preventive screenings to local residents. The mobile unit will be stationed at Petrack Park, 1071 E. Dandelion Street, from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. One of the main services provided will be on-site mammograms, with no wait times, giving community members a chance to receive important screenings without the hassle of long appointments or travel. Medicine on…
The Pahrump Valley High School girls’ golf team continued its season with back-to-back matches that highlighted steady effort and valuable experience for the young program. On Tuesday, September 3, the Lady Trojans traveled to Boulder City to compete against several Southern Nevada schools. Representing Pahrump Valley were Raegan Saldaña and Tiffany Sartin, who both completed all 18 holes on a challenging course. Saldaña earned a 10th-place finish with a score of 101, finishing at +29 to par, while Sartin tied for 20th place overall. Teams participating included Boulder City, Virgin Valley, Moapa Valley, Coral Academy, and Pahrump Valley, though only…