Portland State Cancels Football Game Due to Whooping Cough Outbreak

The decision was made just hours before kickoff after multiple team members were exposed to the highly contagious respiratory illness.

Portland State's football game against South Dakota was canceled due to an outbreak of whooping cough within the Vikings program.
The disease, also known as pertussis, was detected in the team two days prior to the scheduled game.
No players are reported to be seriously ill, but the cancelation was deemed necessary to protect the health of the student-athletes.
Portland State's upcoming game against Boise State may also be affected, with ongoing monitoring of the situation.
Information about ticket refunds for the canceled game will be announced at a later date.