Author: Amy Veloz
The Pahrump Valley High School Trojans baseball team faced off against The Meadows Mustangs in a two-game series, with each team securing a win on their home field. The Mustangs took the first game in dominant fashion on Wednesday, April 16, while the Trojans answered back with a strong performance at home on Monday, April 21. April 16 – The Meadows 11, PVHS 1 The Trojans struggled offensively in the opening game of the series, falling to the Mustangs 11-1 at The Meadows. Pahrump Valley couldn’t get their bats going early, going scoreless through the first four innings. The Mustangs…
Pahrump Valley High School senior Sasha Strain has always been a standout in the classroom, but this year, she’s taken her achievements to a whole new level. With a perfect 4.0 GPA, an ACT score of 35, and recognition as a National Merit Finalist, Sasha has earned more than 2.1 million dollars in scholarship offers from universities across the country. After careful consideration, she has chosen the University of Alabama, where she has been awarded a full-ride scholarship for five years and accepted into the highly selective Witt Fellows Program. Getting to this point didn’t happen by chance. Sasha put…
The Pahrump Valley High School Trojans softball team brought the heat to Las Vegas on Wednesday, April 16, dominating The Meadows Mustangs 21-4 in a blowout victory. The Trojans got off to a quick start in the top of the first. Autumn Colon drew a walk, advanced to second on an error, stole third, and raced home on another Mustang miscue for the game’s first run. Danika Cox-Hosino and Evalenne Armendariz followed with walks to load the bases, but a pop fly and a base-running mistake ended the inning with just one run on the board. Armendariz took the circle…
The Pahrump Valley High School Trojans baseball team brought the heat on Tuesday, April 22, traveling to Chaparral High School and walking away with an overwhelming 16-1 win over the Cowboys. The Trojans wasted no time getting on the board. Tony Whitney opened the game with a walk and showcased his speed by stealing second and third. He crossed home plate on a balk, setting the tone early. An error by the Cowboys allowed Aidyn Cratty to score shortly after, giving Pahrump a 2-0 lead after the first half inning. Vinny Whitney took the mound and led the defense in…
The Pahrump Valley High School Trojans’ softball team delivered an outstanding performance on April 17th, dominating the Sunrise Mountain Miners 15-0 in a three-inning game played on the Miners’ home field. The Trojans came out strong in the top of the first, setting the tone early. Ryleigh Denton led off with a single, then quickly stole both second and third base. Danika Cox-Hosino brought her home with a single, and after Cox-Hosino stole second, she scored on a base hit by Evalenne Armendariz. Despite a pair of fly outs, the Trojans weren’t done yet. Mariah Gray drew a walk and…
As the Nevada Legislature continues its 2025 session in Carson City, state lawmakers are making decisions that could soon impact families, voters, and businesses right here in Nye County. From election reforms and healthcare protections to new public safety measures, dozens of bills are being debated and voted on—some with strong implications for our local way of life. Here’s a look at some of the most talked-about legislation passed or under consideration in the Assembly that residents of Pahrump and the surrounding areas may want to know about: Protecting the Ballot Process Nevada voters may soon see improvements to how…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ golf team is making a strong case for a shot at state qualification, with five matches now in the books and just a regional performance standing between them and a potential trip to the championship round. Competing in a highly competitive 3A Mountain League, the Trojans currently sit second in the team standings for 3A Mountain, and fourth overall in the southern region, trailing Boulder City, Virgin Valley, and Meadows. Only the top three teams advance to the state tournament, along with the next six top-performing individuals, making the upcoming regional match, scheduled for…
On Tuesday, April 15, the Pahrump Valley High School gym was buzzing with excitement as students took on staff in a friendly — and slightly competitive — basketball game to raise funds for the PVHS Yearbook class. The student team came out on top, defeating the staff with a final score of 66-54. Though the scoreboard reflected a fairly close game, there were whispers from the sidelines that the staff’s final score may have received a little “generous rounding” to keep things entertaining. Regardless of the outcome, the real victory was for the PVHS Yearbook team, which organized the event…
For more than 20 years, eighth-grade students from Rosemary Clarke Middle School (RCMS) have had the incredible opportunity to explore some of the most historically significant cities in the United States through the school’s annual Eastern Seaboard trip. This year’s adventure, held April 4–12, took 24 students and 12 dedicated chaperones on a whirlwind tour of Boston, New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. The group kicked off their journey with a red-eye flight from Las Vegas to Boston, hitting the ground running upon arrival. With the city still quiet in the early morning hours, students began their historical journey…
The Pahrump Valley High School Trojans softball team showcased both their power and resilience in a two-game stretch last week, earning a decisive shutout win before coming up just short in a high-scoring showdown. On Wednesday, April 9, the Trojans hosted the Canyon Springs Pioneers and delivered a commanding 16-0 victory. The Pahrump bats were hot from the start, racking up 16 hits, including triples by Madison Rodriguez, Evalenne Armendariz, and Danika Cox-Hosino. The offense tallied 13 RBIs in the shutout win. Pitcher Kayla Glenn was dominant on the mound, facing just nine batters and striking out four in a…