Portland State takes a seven-match winning streak into its final home weekend, hosting Idaho State on Thursday and Weber State on Saturday. The Vikings have turned around a season that began with 12 straight road losses, using a deeper, more balanced attack to win four consecutive road matches. Both visitors beat Portland State earlier this season, setting up a demanding test as the Vikings pursue a strong finish to Big Sky play.

By the Numbers
  • Portland State is 13-12 overall and 9-5 in Big Sky play; Idaho State is 17-9 (9-5), and Weber State is 15-9 (8-6).
  • The Vikings’ seven-match streak is their longest since 2013, when they won 10 straight.
  • Idaho State averages 17.7 digs per set, ranking third nationally; libero Aspen Boice averages 4.82 digs per set, ranking 12th.
  • Weber State averages 2.55 blocks per set and hits .233, both third-best in the Big Sky.
Yes, But

The streak has included hard-fought five-set wins, and Portland State has lost to both upcoming opponents on the road. Idaho State rallied from a two-set deficit to beat the Vikings, while Weber State won in four sets after outhitting Portland State .273 to .138.

State of Play
  • Portland State’s offense has rebounded, hitting at least .300 in two recent matches after nine straight below .200.
  • More left-side production has helped balance the attack, while middle blockers Brenna Coffman and Reese Biesemeyer are coming off standout performances.
  • The Vikings host Idaho State Thursday, Nov. 12, at 7 p.m. PT and Weber State Saturday, Nov. 14, at 5 p.m. PT at Viking Pavilion.
What’s Next

The Vikings will need to sustain their improved offensive balance against two teams with strong blocking. A pair of home wins would extend the streak to nine and match the program’s longest run of Big Sky victories.

Bottom Line

Portland State has transformed its road struggles into a seven-match surge, but its final home weekend will test whether that turnaround can hold against familiar, formidable opponents.