The Vikings traveled to Riverside, California, where they faced California Baptist for the first time in program history, only to walk away with a 2-0 defeat.
Early Dominance
California Baptist struck early, with Alysa Then finding the net in the third minute after a cross from Nikki Mau set up a six‑yard finish.
The Lancers doubled their lead in the 18th minute when a VAR review uncovered a handball by a Vikings defender, leading to a penalty converted by Tyra King.
A Fight Back
The first half belonged to the visitors, who were outshot 12‑to‑2 and held just 38 % of possession, while the Lancers controlled the ball for 62 % of the period.
Portland State’s fortunes shifted after the break, as Gabby Flores delivered a cross that reached Yammile Picon, who squandered a clear chance.
Goalkeeper Finley Crabtree made four saves, including a pivotal stop that kept the deficit at two.
The Vikings will close their California road trip on Sunday when they meet San Diego State, hoping to translate the second‑half momentum into a win.