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Moultrie’s goal gives the Thorns a 1-0 win at the Spirit to open the NWSL season
1+ day, 1+ min ago (282+ words) It was the first road shutout for the Thorns against the Spirit since 2021. Portland fell to the Spirit 2-0 in the semifinals of the playoffs last season at Audi Field. Moultrie broke through for the Thorns with her goal in the…...
Sport training tips for women with Thorns & Portland Fire team doctor
2+ day, 3+ hour ago (143+ words) Women experience some sports injuries differently than men due to differences in anatomy, hormones and biomechanics. For example, women are significantly more likely to experience ACL injuries, particularly in sports that involve pivoting, jumping, or sudden changes in direction. Dr....
Portland Thorns announce final roster ahead of season opener on Friday
3+ day, 6+ hour ago (210+ words) PORTLAND, Ore. (KPTV) - The Portland Thorns announced its final team roster ahead of the 2026 season opener on Friday. The club says it will begin the upcoming campaign with 26 of its 31 contracted players on the active roster. Returning for 2026 include star…...
Thorns light up Providence Park for preseason opener as Sophia Wilson returns to the pitch
6+ day, 2+ hour ago (88+ words) Thorns light up Providence Park for preseason opener as Sophia Wilson returns to the pitch'KPTV Thorns light up Providence Park for preseason opener as Sophia Wilson returns to the pitch Kids of Rolling Blazers head to national wheelchair basketball championship…...
‘Caught us all off guard’: 12-year-old soccer player dies after collapsing at practice
1+ week, 2+ day ago (405+ words) SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. (KCAL/KCBS) " A Southern California community is mourning the sudden loss of a 12-year-old soccer player who collapsed during practice. While the tragedy left his coaches and teammates shocked, doctors said it is a critical reminder for…...
Sophia Wilson back from maternity leave in time for Thorn’s preseason opener
1+ week, 3+ day ago (287+ words) PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - The newest mom in Soccer City is ready to lace up her boots on Friday night in Goose Hollow for the Thorns" preseason home opener with a match against a club from Monterrey, Mexico. U.S. National Team star…...
Sophia Wilson says she’ll be ready for the NWSL season after the birth of her daughter
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (420+ words) Wilson, speaking at an NWSL event on Thursday in Los Angeles, also hopes to play in the upcoming SheBelieves Cup in early March with the U.S. national team. The Thorns open the NWSL season on March 13 on the road against the…...
Reports: Portland Thorns hire new head coach
2+ week, 15+ hour ago (83+ words) ESPN reported on Saturday that the Portland Thorns have hired a new head coach, according to multiple sources. (KPTV) - ESPN reported on Saturday that the Portland Thorns have hired a new head coach, according to multiple sources. According to ESPN,…...
Portland Thorns host media day ahead of 2026 NWSL season
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (542+ words) PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - The Portland Thorns are back to work and preparing for the 2026 NWSL season. Coming off an NWSL Semifinals appearance in the 2025 campaign, despite missing several key players, the club hopes they can turn the return of a…...
Timbers acquire veteran midfielder from Colorado Rapids
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (324+ words) PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - The Portland Timbers have acquired midfielder Cole Bassett from the Colorado Rapids, the club announced Monday. Portland is sending $2.65 million to the Rapids to complete the deal. Bassett, under contract through the 2027 season, spent seven seasons with…...