Whooping cough forces cancelation between Portland State and South Dakota

HILLSBORO, Ore. (AP) — Portland State's game against South Dakota on Saturday was canceled because of a whooping cough case, the Vikings announced.

“A case of pertussis (whooping cough) got into the Viking team two days ago. Pertussis is a highly contagious disease that affects the lungs. As a result, many team members have been exposed to the disease,” Portland State said in a statement.

Medical staffs from both teams met and Portland State determined the game should not be played out of caution.

The Vikings said information about ticketing and refunds would be announced later.

South Dakota (1-1) and Portland State (0-2) were set to meet for the first time on Saturday at Hillsboro Stadium.

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