Portland State Magazine Winter 2012

Senior Nicole Bateman dug 30 balls against Eastern Washington, helping the Viks beat the Eagles and earn a spot in the Big Sky Tournament. Winning spikes and passes VOLLEYBALL almost made the NCAA playoffs this fall, followed closely by football, which scored its best season since 2006. The past five years have been good for the Viking volleyball program under head coach Michael Seemann. The team made its fifth straight appearance in the Big Sky Conference championship. The Viking football team was considered one of the most improved in the nation, going from 2-9 in 2010 to 7-4 in 2011 , and coming in third this season in the Big Sky. ■ GET ALL OF THE LATEST sports news at wwvv.GoViks.com. Game stories, statistics, schedules, and much more are available and updated daily. You can also hear and/or see game broadcasts. Buy season and single game tickets online at wwvv. GoViks.com or call 1-888-VIK-TIKS or 503-725-3307. WINTER 2012 PORTLAND STATE MAGAZINE 19