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01-05 04:00
66 - 59
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Valparaiso
31
35
66
Illinois-Chicago
32
27
59
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Match Info
The Valparaiso Beacons grinded out a 66-59 home victory over the Illinois-Chicago Flames in a Missouri Valley Conference game on January 5, 2026. Valparaiso used a strong defensive effort in the second half to overcome a slow start and secure an important conference win. The match process saw UIC take an early lead, but Valparaiso chipped away and finally took control with a 12-0 run early in the second half that shifted the momentum permanently. Key moments included several charges taken by Valparaiso defenders and clutch free-throw shooting in the final minutes to ice the game. The focus point was Valparaiso's ability to win despite a poor shooting night from the perimeter, relying instead on defense and rebounding. This gritty performance helps Valparaiso's standing in the competitive MVC table and demonstrates their ability to win in different ways. The post-match voices from the Valparaiso coach would have emphasized the team's resilience and defensive identity.

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The Valparaiso vs Illinois-Chicago fixture is part of the NCAA during the 2025-2026 season. Follow live scores, NCAA fixtures, match statistics, NCAA standings and NCAA match results for Valparaiso vs Illinois-Chicago on Tiger Scores 365.

Match Date: Jan 4, 2026

Competition: NCAA

Country: United States

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