California golfer wins in Primm

May 17, 2007 - 9:00 pm

Mark Ewing, a day trader from Newport Beach, Calif., bested everyone else in the final fivesome Wednesday to win the inaugural World Series of Golf at Primm Valley Golf Club.

The event combined the skill of golf with the wagering format of Texas Hold ‘Em poker, with competitors paying a $10,000 entry fee for the three-day tournament.

Ewing knocked out poker pros Phil Ivey and Rhett Butler by going all-in on his approach shot at the par-4 16th hole. He chipped onto the green and hit a 3-foot putt to win the hole and the $250,000 first-place prize.

UNLV volleyball to play match amid transgender controversy

By Callie Fin / RJ

October 2, 2024 - 7:29 pm

The UNLV volleyball team will not forfeit its match against an upcoming Mountain West opponent, unlike two other schools in the conference.

Raiders running back Alexander Mattison (22) runs past Cleveland Browns defense during the seco ...

Raiders report: Running back’s injury could elevate Alexander Mattison

By Adam Hill / RJ

October 2, 2024 - 6:23 pm

Starting running back Zamir White was already in danger of ceding carries to Alexander Mattison before White suffered a groin injury during Wednesday’s practice.

Paving operations occur on Interstate 15 near Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024. (M ...

UNLV football, Aces-Liberty post-game traffic Friday could be nightmare. Here’s why

By Mick Akers / RJ

October 2, 2024 - 6:04 pm

Those attending either the UNLV-Syracuse football game or Las Vegas Aces-New York Liberty WNBA playoff game Friday night should prepare for increased post-game traffic.

Graney: Raiders should have traded Davante Adams sooner

By Ed Graney / RJ

October 2, 2024 - 4:54 pm

Davante Adams asked for a trade and will get one. But why didn’t the Raiders trade their star wide receiver some time ago and adopt a total rebuild mentality?

Par 3 17th hole at Siena Golf Club in Las Vegas. (Allan Henry/Golf Chronicles)

Summerlin golf course sells for $17M

By Patrick Blennerhassett / RJ

October 2, 2024 - 4:46 pm

The 18-hole course is part of a senior living community.

UNLV Lady Rebels center Desi-Rae Young (23) shoots against Creighton Bluejays forward Morgan Ma ...

Las Vegas to host women’s basketball regional in 2027

By Mick Akers / RJ

October 2, 2024 - 12:22 pm

The 2027 NCAA Division I women’s basketball West Regional will take place at T-Mobile Arena — the first time Las Vegas has hosted a women’s regional since 1991.

Raiders try to ignore ‘elephant in the room,’ put focus on Broncos

By Vincent Bonsignore / RJ

October 2, 2024 - 5:47 pm

Raiders coach Antonio Pierce did his best to sidestep the issue of wide receiver Davante Adams’ future with the team when he addressed the media Wednesday.

5 possible trade destinations for Davante Adams

By Vincent Bonsignore / RJ

October 2, 2024 - 7:16 pm

The Raiders and star wide receiver Davante Adams appear headed for a divorce before long. Here are five teams that make sense as potential trade destinations.

Durango senior Alana Riddick (3), sophomore Taylor Anderson (1) and junior Maya Dominguez (5) c ...

Tuesday’s high school scores, top performances

By Jeff Wollard / RJ

October 1, 2024 - 10:04 pm

Check out the scores and top performances from Tuesday’s high school soccer and girls volleyball action.

Durango junior Maya Dominguez (5) competes during the high school volleyball game against Silve ...

Durango sweeps Silverado in girls volleyball — PHOTOS

By Alex Wright / RJ

October 1, 2024 - 9:12 pm

Durango, the defending Class 4A state champion, claimed a home win over Silverado in a girls volleyball match Tuesday night. Here are photos from the game.