Portland Timbers players come from a variety of countries and various parts of the United States. Different languages, different cultures. Timbers Roots takes a look at some of the origins of Portland players to learn more about where they came from before they were part of The Rose City.
This latest edition: Liam Ridgewell. Ridgewell played more than 11 seasons in the English Premier League spending time with Aston Villa, Birmingham City and West Bromwich Albion before joining the Timbers in the summer of 2014. The defender tells us a bit about his hometown and his favorite home-cooked meal.
What is the name of the first team you ever played on?
Long Lane Junior Football Club
What position did you play?
I played up front
What is the name of your hometown?
Bexleyheath (A town in the London Borough of Bexley, England)
Who inspires you?
My dad
Who was your favorite sports hero growing up?
Ian Wright
(Reuters)
If you could keep only three possessions, what would they be and why?
Carling Cup Medal, the MLS Cup, and my first boots
What is your favorite home-cooked meal?
Sunday Roast -- a traditional British meal which consists of roasted meat, roast potato and various sides
(Londonist)
What are you most proud of?
My kids
