Author: Amy Veloz

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 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 cross country team delivered a strong showing at the Palo Verde Labor Day Classic on Saturday, August 30, with runners earning top finishes across all grade divisions. The event was divided into four races—9–10 grade boys, 9–10 grade girls, 11–12 grade boys, and 11–12 grade girls—giving athletes a chance to compete against peers in their grade levels. In the 9–10 grade boys race, the Trojans packed the field with a series of strong performances. Josh Gent led the way, finishing first for Pahrump and ninth overall in 19:09. He was followed by Daniel Thompson, who…

The Pahrump Valley High School Trojans volleyball team continued their strong season on Tuesday, September 2, with a commanding 3-0 win over the Democracy Prep Blue Knights at home. Backed by sharp serving, strong net play, and steady defense, the Trojans never allowed the visiting team to settle in as they rolled through all three sets. The opening set set the tone early. Heavenly Ware’s serving run included multiple aces and forced Blue Knight errors, while Marayah Waller came up with a key block at the net. Riley Saldaña added a kill to extend the lead, and a string of…

The Pahrump Valley High School Trojans girls’ soccer team faced off against Equipo Academy Yeti at home on Thursday, August 28, in what proved to be a physical and challenging match. Despite a strong first half and determined play, the Trojans fell 1-5 by the final whistle. The opening minutes set the tone with back-and-forth opportunities. Natalia Vallin, Natalie Soto, and Sydney Crotty pushed the ball up the field, each creating chances that tested Equipo’s defense. At 30 minutes, Vallin drew a penalty but narrowly missed on the kick. Keeper Jazmyn Herrera worked hard in the net, making multiple key…

For the seventh year in a row, 75-year-old Pahrump resident Karen Dallatore is pedaling with purpose. She is once again participating in the nationwide Great Cycle Challenge, a month-long effort where riders across the country log miles throughout September to raise funds for the Children’s Cancer Research Fund. “This is not a race—it’s a challenge,” Karen explained. “Anybody can sign up, set a personal mileage goal, and fundraise to support research. It’s inspiring to know there are participants in every state all working toward the same cause.” Karen has set herself a lofty mileage goal: 500 miles in just one…

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…

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 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 Trojans delivered a powerhouse performance Friday night, defeating the Chaparral Cowboys 56-14 at home in front of a packed and spirited crowd. The night began with a moment of pride as the Pahrump Valley Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol presented the colors, followed by Avah Resendiz singing a moving rendition of the National Anthem. The stands were alive throughout the game with support from the Pahrump Valley Cheer team, while the Pahrump Valley Dance team kept the energy high with performances during timeouts, quarter breaks, and halftime. The Cowboys opened with possession, but…