On Friday night the Valparaiso Vikings played at home against the Portage Indians. Though the team exhibited great teamwork, the final score favored Portage 54-30.

 

The Vikings displayed tremendous effort and hustle throughout the game. In the first quarter, Valpo won the tip and came out strong defensively. Despite their effort, Portage took an early 14-6 lead. Avery led the charge with 4 points and 3 assists, consistently creating opportunities for his teammates and converting both free-throw attempts to maintain a perfect 100% from the line.

 

Flynn also contributed 4 points, demonstrating efficiency with a flawless 1-for-1 shooting from the field and 2-for-2 from the free-throw line. On defense, Crowell stood out with 7 rebounds and 2 blocks, while Redmond and Stokes added solid defensive contributions with 4 rebounds each. The team’s hustle was evident, with 13 steals and relentless defensive pressure throughout the game. By the end of the fourth quarter, the Vikings trailed the Indians 54-30 but showcased resilience and determination that will drive their growth moving forward.