The #21 Valpo bowling team finished up its season-opening tournament Sunday, closing the Chelsea Gilliam Penguin Classic in 11^th place.
 
How It Happened

• Valpo opened the day, contested in the best-of-seven baker format, against #20 Wright State. The Beacons and Raiders traded victories through the first four games, with WSU claiming game four despite Valpo posting a 200 game. WSU went on to win games five and six as the Beacons fell 4-2.
• The Beacons' next bracket matchup came against #12 Duquesne. Valpo took games one and four, the latter thanks to a 210 game, to stand level with the Dukes through four games, but much like the day's opener, Duquesne took games five and six to finish off a 4-2 decision.
• The loss dropped Valpo into a matchup with #RV Mercyhurst for 11^th place, and the Beacons made quick work of the Lakers in a 4-0 sweep, averaging 202.3 over the four games — highlighted by a 233 effort in game two.

 
Next Up
Valpo (7-6) continues early-season action next weekend at Destination Orlando Oct. 24-26 at AMF Sky Lanes in Orlando, Fla.