As the Portland Thorns and Houston Dash get under way, then, the atmosphere has the edge and expectation one might find on a big club night anywhere in the world. This is Providence Park, in the center of Portland, Oregon. Two years before, neither the home side nor its opponent – nor, indeed, their league itself – existed. And the players are women.
On the eve of Thorns FC massive 2015 season opening match against the Boston Breakers Saturday (7pm PT, TICKETS, WEBSTREAM), check out this excellent profile on the team.
Originally published in Eight by Eight Magazine, and now available on The Guardian's website, the piece examines the importance of Thorns FC's impact on the women's game both nationally as well as internationally.
Available here.
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