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Trojans down Mojave; will play at Moapa Valley in playoffs

Cory Bergan had 4 interceptions and a pick-six to help lead Pahrump Valley to 30-8 win over Mojave on Friday. The win clinches the first winning season for the Trojans (6-3 overall, 3-2 Sunset League) since 1995. The win also secured the No. 3 seed in the Sunset League for Pahrump, which will travel to Moapa Valley (6-3, 3-1) on Thursday in the first round of Class 3A playoffs.

Trojans coach Joe Clayton said he had no preference on who he played on the other side. He is confident that his team can win next week. See his comments and game details in Wednesday’s edition.

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