Valpo Flexes Its Muscles Against Milwaukee

Coming off a setback to Green Bay, Valpo traveled to Milwaukee in the hopes of avoiding being swept out of Wisconsin as well as suffering a sweep to the Panthers. A loss would not help Valpo’s chances of not only hosting the Horizon League Tournament, but also securing a first round bye.

In what would end up being a slug-fest, Valpo pulled the stunning victory, 55-52. This was despite not having Richie Edwards, who was ejected early in the first half with two technical fouls. Matt Kenney was also in danger of being ejected, as he had already been called for a technical as well.

With 1.1 seconds remaining, Milwaukee would get the ball on their side of the court with a chance to tie the game and send it into overtime. But, the last-ditch effort would come up short, and send the Crusaders home alone in second place in the conference standings. Valpo showed that they are who the Panthers thought they were. The Crusaders next face off in the battle of Interstate 75 as Detroit and Wright State come to town, looking to slow down the momentum.

Valpo then faces off in the battle of the Ohio Turnpike as they visit Cleveland State and Youngstown State. Then, it’s battle of the Windy City, as UIC and Loyola come to town. The only other road game for Valpo is the BracketBuster game, slated for February 18.

Then, it’s a prime-time showdown on ESPNU, as long-time rival, Butler, visits the ARC to wrap up conference play. Tip off for that game is slated for 6:00 p.m. Be there, as the Crusaders look to send the bulldogs home on a sour note with the sweep.