NWSL Portland Thorns FC

Thorns FC Weekly Update

Published on May 2, 2013 under National Women's Soccer League (NWSL)
Portland Thorns FC News Release


PORTLAND, Ore. - Riding a three-game unbeaten streak to start the inaugural National Women's Soccer League season, Portland Thorns FC continue their three-game road trip on Saturday against the Washington Spirit at Maryland SoccerPlex in Boyds, Md.; kickoff is scheduled for 4 p.m. (Pacific). Fans can follow the action via a live web stream on www.portlandthornsfc.com.

Thorns FC (2-0-1, 7pts) rank first overall in the league standings through three games and lead the league with five total goals. Portland has conceded just two goals this season and recorded its first shutout in a 2-0 road win against the Chicago Red Stars on April 27 at Benedictine Sports Complex in Lisle, Ill.

Christine Sinclair (2 goals, 1 assist), who shares the league-lead in scoring (5 points), registered her second goal of the season against Chicago, while forward Danielle Foxhoven became the team's first player to record a goal after entering the match as a substitute. Foxhoven entered the game against the Red Stars in the 54th minute and tallied the go-ahead goal for Thorns FC in the 70th minute, knocking in a rebound after forward Alex Morgan's initial shot attempt was saved. Sinclair provided an insurance goal for Thorns FC in the 81st minute after finding space near the top of the box and firing a well-placed strike inside the right post.

Thorns FC have received goals from league-high four players this season, led by Sinclair's team-high two goals. Morgan, Foxhoven and defender Marian Doughtery have also registered goals for Portland.

The Washington Spirit (0-2-1, 2pts) have faced an up-and-down start to the season, earning two draws and a loss. Led by midfielder Diana Matheson's two goals, the Spirit conceded a stoppage-time equalizer in a 1-1 season-opening draw against the Boston Breakers on April 14 and earned a come-from-behind 1-1 draw April 20 against the Western New York Flash as Matheson tallied the game-tying goal in the 87th minute in Washington's home opener.

In the midst of a four-game homestand, the Spirit suffered their first loss of the season on April 27 against Sky Blue FC as Washington conceded goals in the second minute and 48th minute in a 2-1 loss.

Saturday's match marks Portland's first trip to the East Coast this season and is the first of two matches between the two clubs this season. The Spirit visit JELD-WEN Field on May 19.

Portland concludes its three-game road swing on Sunday, May 12, against the Chicago Red Stars at Benedictine Sports Complex in Lisle, Ill. Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. (Pacific). Thorns FC return to the Rose City on Thursday, May 16, against Sky Blue FC at 7:30 p.m. (Pacific).

TEAM NEWS

Watch Thorns FC matches at one of four Timbers pub partner locations

Thorns FC fans can watch Thorns FC matches at one of four Timbers pub partner locations during the 2013 National Women's Soccer League season. Mad Greek Deli (1740 E. Burnside), Bazi Bierbrasserie (1522 SE 32nd Ave.), On Deck (910 NW 4th Ave.) and McGillacuddy's (11133 NE Halsey St.) will each have a television dedicated to the live web stream of Thorns FC games this season.

Click here for more information on the Timbers pub partners program.

Thorns FC launch Portland Thorns Kids Club

Thorns FC recently announced the launch of the 2013 Portland Thorns Kids Club. Membership costs $10 and includes one free Portland Thorns FC flex ticket, an invitation to an exclusive Thorns FC Kids Club event with Thorns FC players and one, 10-percent-off coupon good at the adidas Timbers Team Store for Thorns FC merchandise. To become a part of the Portland Thorns Kids Club, call (503) 553-5437 or email ThornsKC@PortlandThornsFC.com .

NWSL and FOX Sports Media Group announce television partnership

The NWSL and FOX Sports Media Group (FSMG) recently announced a one-year agreement to televise nine games during the NWSL's inaugural season. As part of the agreement, FSMG will air six regular-season matches and all three playoff matches, which include the two semifinal games on August 24 and 25, and the championship game on August 31.

Beginning July 8, FOX Soccer will televise one game per week over the final six weeks of the season, leading up to the NWSL Playoffs. The schedule will be unveiled in the coming weeks.

Thorns FC single-game tickets on sale

Thorns FC single-game tickets for the 2013 National Women's Soccer League season are on sale. In addition to being available at the JELD-WEN Field box office, fans also will be able to purchase tickets, starting at $12, for all 11 of the team's regular-season NWSL home matches online at www.portlandthornsfc.com . The JELD-WEN Field box office is open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Group opportunities for Thorns FC matches are available by contacting the Timbers ticket office at (503) 553-5555 or ticketsales@portlandtimbers.com . Additional group information can be found at www.portlandtimbers.com/thornsfc/thorns-group-outings .

Thorns FC season tickets still available

Thorns FC season tickets are still available, starting at $9 per game. Thorns FC season tickets are available in a pro-rated, 10-game package. Portland plays all of its home games at JELD-WEN Field. Visit the Thorns FC season tickets page online for more information and pricing regarding season tickets.

THORNS FC MEDIA SOURCES

Radio: The club's weekly radio talk show, "Talk Timbers," presented by JELD-WEN Windows & Doors, airs every Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m. (Pacific) on flagship station 750 AM The Game. "Talk Timbers" provides team news and interviews covering the Portland Timbers of Major League Soccer as well as regular updates, features and player interviews covering Portland Thorns FC.

On Tuesday, Thorns FC defender Rachel Buehler joined the program to talk about the team's shutout win against the Chicago Red Stars on April 27, continuing to come together as a team, working on defensive pressure and preparing for Saturday's match against the Washington Spirit.

Fans can submit questions, provide comments or simply follow the conversation on Talk Timbers on Twitter with the hashtag #TalkTimbers.

Fans can tune in to the show live on 750 AM The Game or listen online at www.750thegame.com . Available podcasts can be downloaded at www.portlandtimbers.com/timbers-podcast-network .

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