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Oct 26, 2023 | 
psuvanguard.com | Laura Kowall |Sophie Concannon
In 2018, the Portland State Vikings initiated their move to Hillsboro Stadium as their primary venue. This decision initially arose due to the renovation of Providence Park, and later because of scheduling conflicts with professional soccer teams—the Portland Thorns and Portland Timbers—who also call the facility home.
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Oct 26, 2023 | 
psuvanguard.com | Laura Kowall
With the crisp fall air and lengthening nights, we find ourselves in the ideal season for embracing the eerie. Halloween’s approach provides the perfect alibi for settling in with a delightfully campy Halloween flick and matched with an exhilarating board game—all in the spirit of the season.
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Oct 26, 2023 | 
psuvanguard.com | Laura Kowall |Madison Cecil |Hanna Anderson
Tre Taylor is a 20-year-old junior from Majuro, Marshall Islands, who plays the position of safety for the Portland State Vikings. This remarkable athlete arrived at PSU this year from Southwestern College in Chula Vista, CA. At Saint Louis School in Majuro, he was a standout in football, wrestling and track, contributing to his team’s two state championships.
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Oct 19, 2023 | 
psuvanguard.com | Laura Kowall
In recent years, the world of video games has undergone a remarkable transformation. What was once considered a pastime for a niche group of enthusiasts has now blossomed into a multi-billion-dollar entertainment industry. A significant aspect of this transformation is the emergence of professional gamers as stars, captivating audiences on a global scale. As the popularity of esports continues to surge, many believe competitive gaming is on the cusp of becoming a mainstream sport.
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Oct 5, 2023 | 
psuvanguard.com | Laura Kowall
The Viks recently faced the daunting task of playing against the University of Oregon Ducks—an in-state football powerhouse. The result was an 81-7 loss for Portland State. However, the financial implications are crucial to understanding college sports dynamics and how our football team earns money for its $15 million budget. PSU’s game against Oregon was a classic example of a buy game—a practice where larger programs pay smaller ones for early-season matchups.
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Sep 21, 2023 | 
psuvanguard.com | Laura Kowall |Myles Boyns |Hanna Anderson
Often viewed as a serene sport, golf harbors a world of mental trials and isolation which hides within the trees sprawling throughout the meticulously-groomed acres of green. Entering her final year of collegiate golf, Portland State senior Mariana Garcia Rosette reflected on how she took on these challenges, as well as her aspirations for this upcoming season.
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Sep 14, 2023 | 
psuvanguard.com | Laura Kowall |Rich Rigney
The 2023 season heralds a transformative phase for Portland State’s cross country team. There’s evidence of a significant shift in team dynamics and approach. Bolstered by new coaching leadership and a renewed dedication to unity, this team of athletes is gearing up to make a splash at the Big Sky Conference. Abi Swain—one of the standout runners for PSU’s cross country team—shed some light on the team’s fresh approach to the season. “We’re doing a new team focus this year,” they said.
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Sep 7, 2023 | 
psuvanguard.com | Laura Kowall |Anna Williams |Justin Grinnell
After an impressive season, Portland State’s women’s soccer team returns to the challenge of improving upon that success. The season thus far has proved challenging, with only one win in their first four matches. Nevertheless, the team is working to elevate its play and record. The team’s Head Coach Katie Burton—who has been instrumental in transforming the women’s soccer program at PSU—is no stranger to challenges.
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Aug 31, 2023 | 
psuvanguard.com | Laura Kowall |Chris May |Sophie Concannon
A week before their 2023 campaign kicks off, Portland State’s football team finds itself in the hands of their seven newly-elected team captains. Between them, they bring 20 seasons of knowledge and communication of the game of football to help the team towards its goals.
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Aug 24, 2023 | 
psuvanguard.com | Laura Kowall
As the unyielding heat of the summer refuses to let up—mirroring the spirit of Portland State’s volleyball team—the anticipation for the upcoming season couldn’t be higher. Fueled by a mix of seasoned players and fresh talents, the team felt proud of the strong connections they made during the preseason and are ready to put their connection to the test.
