Wells High School is proud to announce that Coach Chris Otto has been selected as the Nevada 2025–26 Softball Coach of the Year by the NIAA and NFHS!
This outstanding honor also makes Coach Otto eligible for the NFHS Section and National Coach of the Year Awards.
Congratulations, Coach Otto, on this well-deserved recognition and for your dedication to Wells High School softball!

The Wells Varsity Volleyball team is currently ranked 2nd in the 1A East League and 12th overall in the 1A League!
The Leopards are back in action on Thursday, September 24th, traveling to Eureka to take on the Vandals at 5:00 PM
GO LEOPARDS!
The Lady Leopards took on Owyhee during the Homecoming game on Friday, September 18. We’re proud of our girls and all their hard work on the court!
Next Game:
Thursday, September 24
Leopards vs. the Vandals in Eureka
4:00 PM
Come out and support our Lady Leopards!
GO LEOPARDS! 🧡🖤
Homecoming King: Cutler M.
Homecoming Queen: Khloe D.
A Hollywood Homecoming
Rhett G, Amelia D & Rebekah
Alex G, Lupe F & Israel
Russell P, Jitzel R & Francisco
Homecoming Royalty Candidates
Cutler M, Tegan R & Robert
Marcos C, Marli D & Jon
Skylar H, Khloe D & Shane
Olen M, Aryanna R & Rual







Our Wells Leopards Cross Country athletes competed at the Dani Bates Meet in Twin Falls, Idaho, on Friday, September 18th
JV Girls
• Brynli D. — 27:17.8 PB, 59th place
JV Boys
• Weston S. — 19:28.5 PB, 33rd place
• Jayden K. — 19:45.8 PB, 40th place
• Chad R. — 20:12.3 PB, 61st place
• James B. — 25:13.8 PB, 159th place
• Teo G. — 29:53.2 PB, 183rd place
Varsity Girls
• Maggie N. — 20:22.9 PB, 12th place — NEW WELLS SCHOOL RECORD!
• April B. — 22:24.0 PB, 38th place
• Millie C. — 22:40.07 SB, 47th place
Varsity Boys
• Isaac G. — 17:10.03 SB, 13th place
PB-Personal Best
SB-Season Best
Congratulations to all of our runners on their personal and season bests!








Applications for ECSD’s Parent, Student and Budget Superintendent Advisory Groups are due by 5 p.m. Monday, September 28.
Parents, eligible high school students, ECSD staff and community members have opportunities to get involved and share their perspectives directly with district leadership.
Completed applications may be submitted to 850 Elm St., Elko, NV 89801 or emailed to hbaker@ecsdnv.net
Learn more and apply: https://www.ecsdnv.net/documents/applications-for-appointment-to-the-elko-county-school-district-superintendent%E2%80%99s-advisory-groups/30142754

Football Recap: Wells Leopards vs. Owyhee Braves
By Team Reports
Sep 18, 2026, 6:04 pm
Homecoming Game
Wells faced Owyhee in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Friday. The Leopards simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat the Braves 38-6. The win was just business as usual for the Leopards, who after four games remain undefeated this season.
Wells' victory bumped their record up to 4-0. As for Owyhee, they are on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Wells will face off against their in-conference opponent Eureka at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.


WELLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ONLY
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
Wells Elementary students will have an early dismissal on Tuesday, September 22, at 1:45 PM.
*Buses will depart the Elementary School at 1:45 PM and will return to the Junior High/High School for the regular departure time of 3:45 PM.

Powder Puff Football
Congratulations to the Seniors and Freshmen (Fre-niors), who came away with the win, 20-12!
A big thank you to everyone who participated, helped make the event happen, and came out to cheer on our students!
🧡🖤 A Hollywood Homecoming to remember! 🖤🧡

Congratulations to Maggie N on an incredible performance at the Dani Bates Meet in Twin Falls!
She set a NEW WELLS HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY RECORD with an outstanding time of 20:22.9!
Way to run, Maggie! We are so proud of you and this amazing accomplishment! 🖤🧡

Congratulations to Marcus U on making Nevada football history!
Marcus is now the Nevada 1A record holder for most sacks in a single 8-man football game with 6 sacks! He broke the previous record of 5 sacks, held by Tele Salee.
What an incredible accomplishment! We are so proud of you, Marcus, for setting a new record and making your mark in Nevada 1A football history!
WAY TO GO!
Wells High School Homecoming Dance
Friday, September 18th
Wells High School
8:00–11:00 PM
Admission:
• Single — $15
• Couple — $20
⭐ High School Students Only ⭐

The volleyball game originally scheduled for Friday, October 2nd vs. McDermitt has been rescheduled.
Thursday, October 1st
5:00 PM
Wells
Come out and support our Lady Leopards! 🧡🖤

Elko County School District – Get Involved!
The district is now accepting applications for its Stakeholder Advisory Groups, and your voice can help shape the future of our schools! Choose the group that fits you best:
Parent Advisory Group
Student Advisory Group
Budget Advisory Group
Deadline to apply: Monday, September 28th at 5:00 PM
Don't miss your chance to have a direct impact on decisions affecting our students and community. Apply today!
Learn more and download an application: https://elkocountyschoolsnv.sites.thrillshare.com/documents/applications-for-appointment-to-the-elko-county-school-district-superintendent%E2%80%99s-advisory-groups/30142754

🖤🤍Thursday, September 17th: Step back into the classic era of movies and wear BLACK & WHITE for Silent Movie Day🖤🤍
Then get ready for an evening of Homecoming fun!
Powderpuff Football — 7:00 PM
Bonfire to follow the game
Come out, show your school spirit, and enjoy another exciting night of A Hollywood Homecoming! 🖤🤍


👑 Homecoming Royalty 👑
Congrats to all our Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, and Senior Princes & Princesses!
Meet the 2026 Homecoming King & Queen Candidates for our Hollywood Homecoming
🌟 Cutler M. & Tegan R.
🌟 Marli D. & Marcos C.
🌟 Skylar H. & Khloe D.
🌟 Olen M. & Aryanna R.
👑 Crowning will take place at halftime of the football game 👑
Wells Leopards vs. Owyhee
Friday, September 18th
Kickoff: 1:30 PM
A HOLLYWOOD HOMECOMING is underway, and we are excited to introduce this year’s Homecoming Court
9th Grade
Rhett G & Amelia D
10th Grade
Lupe F & Alex G
11th Grade
Russell P & Jitzel R
🧡🖤 Congratulations to our 2026 Homecoming Court 🖤🧡
SURFER vs. BIKER
Wednesday, September 16th
🏐 HE-MAN VOLLEYBALL🏐
7:00 PM
Bring a canned food item to get into the game
🎬✨A HOLLYWOOD HOMECOMING! 🎬✨


