The Pahrump Valley High School Cross Country team continued its impressive season with solid performances across multiple divisions at the “O’Dea Frosh-Soph” meet, held Tuesday, October 7, at Desert Breeze Park. The 2.5-mile course featured rolling hills and long stretches of grass, offering a unique challenge that tested endurance and pacing for the younger runners.
In the freshman boys race, the Trojans were missing several teammates but still made a strong showing. Kris Trejo led the way with an 18:04.6 finish, while Isaiah Veloz crossed the line at 27:04.1. Both athletes showed determination on the demanding terrain and represented the freshman squad well despite the reduced lineup.
The freshman girls also ran with heart, highlighted by a top-10 finish from Rylan Bliss, who placed seventh overall with a time of 18:22.0 to earn a medal. Daniela Abarca-Franco followed with a 23:06.2 finish, and Lynette Doty rounded out the Trojan trio in 30:17.8. Their efforts showcased consistency and mental toughness.
In the sophomore boys division, the Trojans made an even bigger mark. Josh Gent led the team with an outstanding fifth-place finish in 14:47.2, earning a medal among a highly competitive field. Teammate Josh Flores also secured a medal with a 19th-place finish in 15:36.8, while Daniel Thompson placed 30th overall at 16:22.6 to take home the team’s third medal of the day. Alex Martinez (19:06.7), Keldan Frederickson (20:52.8), Emmanuel Dupart (21:08.8), and Ace Blumer (23:26.7) all turned in strong races, contributing to a deep and determined team effort.
The sophomore girls also had a strong day, led by Addi Nelsen, who placed 25th overall with a time of 20:47.6. Keelee Gieni followed at 23:03.6, with Kimberly Trejo finishing in 24:59.8 and Ella Odegard in 26:09.3. Each athlete maintained a steady pace through the challenging course.
The meet proved to be another valuable step in the Trojans’ season, providing experience, endurance, and motivation as they continue to build toward postseason competition. With three medalists and several personal milestones, the PVHS runners once again showed that hard work and team spirit are at the heart of their success.
