Author: Amy Veloz
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 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 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 cross country team put together a strong performance at the Red Rock Running Company Invitational, held Saturday, August 23, at James Regional Park in Las Vegas. With a mix of veteran runners and promising newcomers, the Trojans made their mark on the competitive field, earning medals and recognition across several races. In the boys newcomer’s race, a 1.75-mile course, the Trojans showed depth and determination. Nicoli Money led the way with a swift 10:38 finish, followed closely by Kris Trejo at 10:53. Alexander Martinez kept the momentum going with an 11:57 finish, with Mozes Quinonez…
The Pahrump Valley Rotary Club will once again bring the community together to honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, with a moving remembrance ceremony scheduled for Thursday, September 11, 2025. The program will take place at the Calvada Eye and will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m. Participants are asked to be “in place” by 8:15 a.m. The solemn morning will open with the presentation of colors by the Nye County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard, followed by an invocation from Pastor Robert Roth of the Pahrump Seventh-day Adventist Church. The Pledge of Allegiance will then be recited, and the…
The Pahrump Valley High School tennis team is stepping into a new season with high hopes, a mix of experienced athletes and fresh faces, and plenty of determination despite the challenges ahead. Head Coach Michael Dela Rosa, now leading without an assistant coach, says he feels fortunate to have a group of athletes who are both hardworking and resilient. This year’s roster includes 13 girls and 10 boys, with seven returning girls and six returning boys forming a solid core for the Trojans. The program is also seeing new energy from athletes like a former freshman manager who decided to…
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,…
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,…