The Victory Bell

The Victory Bell

Beacons staying grounded in Purdue aftermath

MBB: While Valparaiso’s universe continues to celebrate, players and coaches get back to work

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Paul Oren
Nov 11, 2026
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Valpo Nation was buzzing from coast to coast on Friday night.

Starting late in regulation after the Valparaiso men’s basketball team had erased a 15-point deficit to No. 24 Purdue, social media started to take note. The buzz continued to build into the first overtime when Rakim Chaney knocked down an unbelievable 3-pointer at the buzzer.

By the time Justus McNair buried a game-winning 3-pointer to set off a wild celebration inside Mackey Arena, plenty of viral moments were happening away from the court.

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