Sen. Wyden: Portland's 'unprecedented interest' in women's sports paved way for WNBA return
U.S. Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) sat down with KOIN 6 News Thursday to talk about a variety of issues at home and abroad, including Portland's recent win of getting a WNBA expansion franchise. Read onl
Sen. Wyden welcomes WNBA to Portland
Portland is the third new franchise announced by the WNBA this year along with Toronto and Golden State. Raj Sports, led by Lisa and Alex Bhathal will own and operate the team after paying $125 million for the franchise, according to AP reporting.
The WNBA returns to Portland, billed as a ‘global epicenter’ for women’s sports
The Bhathal family, which also owns the Portland Thorns, pointed to the city's passionate support for women's sports as evidence of future success in "The W."
WNBA franchise returns to Portland
The professional sports landscape in Portland is expected to expand as the WNBA has formally announced a new team is coming to the Rose City. The WNBA officially confirmed the rumors in a post on X (formerly known as Twitter) stating,
WNBA reveals plan to bring pro women's basketball back to Portland
The WNBA will bring a professional women's basketball team to Portland in 2026. The league announced its 15th team and its third recent expansion team Wednesday morning. The new team will play in Moda Center and will be owned and operated by RAJ Sports,
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Sen. Ron Wyden wins 2016 Oregon Senate race
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WNBA Announces Portland Expansion Franchise Set to Begin Play in 2026 Season
After teasing expansion on Tuesday, the WNBA has confirmed Portland will be home to the 15th franchise in the league. The ...