Patricia Trent Morrissey and Michael Morrissey oral history interview, 2025 June 19

Oral history interview with Patricia Trent Morrissey and Michael Morrissey conducted by Stefani Evans and Claytee White on June 19, 2025 for the Game On! An Oral History of Las Vegas Sports project. In this interview, Patricia recalls growing up in Las Vegas, attending the Bubble Swim School, and being a lifeguard in the summer. Her father, Bruce Trent, was the city’s first Superintendent of Parks and Recreation. Michael recalls his childhood, also growing up in Las Vegas and playing football at Bishop Gorman High School. He also shares his perspective, as Patricia’s husband, being heavily involved in football and growing close with her family. They frequently played golf together, enjoyed sporting events, and at one point they all sat down to learn more about Bruce’s life. Patricia and Michael describe the effort they put into getting a park named after her father, and how satisfying it was to have that ceremony. They were both also heavily involved with Opportunity Village in its early years, and describe the experience of watching Opportunity Village grow with the help of Christina Hixson into the multi-facility non-profit it is today. Digital audio and transcript available.