CLEVELAND (Interstat) — The Cleveland State Vikings look to continue their strong start to the season when they host the struggling Valparaiso Beacons in a non-conference women’s basketball game on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025, at the Wolstein Center.

The Vikings (5-1) enter the contest riding high after a 75-71 home victory over Saint Bonaventure on Wednesday. Colbi Maples led the way with 23 points, while Jada Leonard added 17 points and Izabella Zingaro scored 15. Their lone loss came on the road against Northwestern.

Valparaiso (0-6) is still searching for its first win after falling 68-61 at Radford on Wednesday. Fiona Connolly scored 21 points and grabbed eight rebounds in the loss. The Beacons have faced a difficult early schedule, with their six losses coming by an average of 25 points.

Friday’s matchup presents a stark contrast in early-season fortunes. Cleveland State has shown a balanced offensive attack and has won both of its home games this season by double digits. Valparaiso, meanwhile, has yet to crack 70 points in a game and will need a significant defensive effort to challenge the Vikings.

Following this game, Cleveland State will host Radford on Saturday. Valparaiso remains in Cleveland for a neutral-site game against Saint Bonaventure on Saturday.