Portland Thorns FC: A Team of Champions

A History of Success

Portland Thorns FC is a professional women's soccer club based in Portland, Oregon. The team was founded in 2012 and has since become one of the most successful teams in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL).

The Thorns have won two NWSL Championships, in 2013 and 2017. They have also won the NWSL Shield, awarded to the team with the best regular season record, three times in 2016, 2017, and 2021.

A Global Reach

The Thorns have a global reach, with players from all over the world. The team's roster includes players from the United States, Canada, Mexico, Japan, and Sweden.

The Thorns' international players have helped the team achieve success on the field. In 2017, the Thorns became the first NWSL team to win the NWSL Championship with a roster that included players from five different countries.

A Commitment to Community

The Thorns are committed to giving back to the community. The team has a variety of programs that support youth soccer in Portland.

The Thorns also host a number of events throughout the year that benefit the community. These events include youth soccer clinics, meet-and-greets with players, and fundraisers for local charities.

Thorns FC Players

**Christine Sinclair (Canada)** * Forward * NWSL Golden Boot winner (2016) * NWSL MVP (2013, 2014) **Lindsey Horan (United States)** * Midfielder * NWSL Championship MVP (2017) * USWNT World Cup champion (2015, 2019) **Becky Sauerbrunn (United States)** * Defender * NWSL Best XI (2013, 2014, 2016, 2017) * USWNT Olympic gold medalist (2012, 2016) **Adrianna Franch (United States)** * Goalkeeper * NWSL Championship MVP (2013) * USWNT World Cup champion (2019) **Emily Sonnett (United States)** * Defender * NWSL Best XI (2017, 2018) * USWNT World Cup champion (2019)