Lady Trojans coach closing in on 600th career win

Pahrump Valley followed its first league victory with a tournament weekend and four straight league losses. Familiar opponents await as the Trojans look to turn their potential into consistent results.

After spoiling Virgin Valley’s homecoming, the Trojans return home to face Moapa Valley with ball security, disciplined defense and another league victory on their minds.

Chanel Anthony ranks second in girls singles and Jace Eichner fourth among the boys as Pahrump Valley prepares for individual postseason competition following a team playoff loss for the short-handed boys.

Pahrump Valley sophomore Raegan Saldana enters the Class 3A Southern Region tournament ranked seventh after lowering her scores through improved course management and a more confident approach.

Pahrump Valley dropped three consecutive league volleyball matches, including a four-set loss to Boulder City, as coach Amber Lugo emphasized consistency and the challenge of reaching the playoffs.

A 98-yard touchdown drive and a defense that kept Virgin Valley’s quarterback under pressure helped Pahrump Valley turn its demanding nonleague preparation into a league-opening victory.

Pahrump Valley opens league play Friday against a winless Virgin Valley team that has beaten the Trojans three straight years. Both coaches built demanding nonleague schedules to prepare for this moment.

Pahrump Valley played Equipo Academy to a scoreless draw Sept. 17, extending its unbeaten stretch to three matches while continuing to seek its first league victory.