Portland boasts a vibrant sports culture despite lacking every major league. Over the past century, various teams have captured local sports passions, exemplified by historical clubs like the indie baseball team featured in "The Battered Bastards of Baseball." The Thorns soccer team has achieved significant success, securing multiple NWSL championships. The WNBA team had notable players, but ultimately folded under Blazers ownership. Additionally, the city has seen teams from the National Lacrosse League and an Arena Football League team, though both faced challenges during their tenures.
Even amid heartbreaking player trades and ongoing MLB what-ifs, the city's sports passions haven't dimmed. Portland has been a sports-mad city for a while.
The Thorns have won the NWSL championship thrice, in the inaugural 2013 season, 2017, and 2022, showcasing immense local talent.
This indoor lacrosse team played four seasons in the Philly-based National Lacrosse League, adding to Portland's rich sports culture.
The WNBA team showcased Sylvia Crawley and Jackie Stiles, but the Blazers' owner's decision not to maintain the team marked a poignant moment.
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