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May 28, 2015 - National Women's Soccer League (NWSL)
Portland Thorns FC News Release


Thorns FC begin two-game road swing Saturday against Washington Spirit

PORTLAND, Ore. - Portland Thorns FC begin a two-game road swing on Saturday, May 30, traveling to take on the Washington Spirit at Maureen Hendricks Field at Maryland SoccerPlex; kickoff is set for 4 p.m. (Pacific). Saturday's match will be broadcast via web stream at www.portlandthornsfc.com.

Saturday's match marks the second of three regular-season meetings between Thorns FC and the Spirit in 2015 and Portland's only road match against Washington during the regular season. Thorns FC (2-2-2, 8pts) are unbeaten in the all-time series (4-0-2) against the Spirit, while each of the last two meetings has finished in a draw: 1-1 on July 23, 2014, and 2-2 on May 9. In the first meeting between the two teams this season on May 9, Portland rallied from a two-goal deficit in the first half, receiving goals from midfielders Allie Long and Mana Shim to secure a point at Providence Park.

In the all-time series, Thorns FC have a 13-5 advantage in goals scored and has conceded multiple goals to Washington just once. Portland has a record of 2-0-1 on the road against the Spirit and has outscored Washington 9-3 in those meetings at Maureen Hendricks Field. Thorns FC have scored at least two goals in five of the six meetings, including two of three matches on the road. Midfielder Allie Long has scored in two of the last three games, including a goal in a 6-1 win over the Spirit on June 21, 2014, on the road.

Portland's defense ranks near the top of the league in goals allowed (7), tied for second-fewest goals conceded in the NWSL this season, while having only surrendered multiple goals in two matches in 2015. Thorns FC are tied for the fewest shots on goal allowed (25) in the league and also rank tied for third in fewest shots conceded (57). Portland has surrendered nine shots or less in four of its six matches this season and allowed just four shots, a season low, against Houston on May 23.

Washington (3-3-1, 10pts) is coming off a 3-2 loss against the Western New York Flash on May 23 at Sahlen's Stadium. The two teams traded goals in the match until deadlocked at 2-2, Flash forward Jasmyne Spencer tallied the eventual game winner in the 57th minute. Led by the tandem of midfielder Christine Nairn and forward Crystal Dunn, the Spirit ranks second in the league in goals (12). Nairn and Dunn have combined to score nine of those goals. Dunn tallied her NWSL-leading fifth goal against Western New York, while Nairn netted her fourth of the season.

Following Saturday's match, Thorns FC square off against the Houston Dash for the second time in their last three matches on Saturday, June 6, at BBVA Compass Stadium; kickoff is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. (Pacific) with a live web stream on www.portlandthornsfc.com. It is the team's last game before a league-wide break for the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup.

TEAM NEWS

Timbers, T2, Thorns FC announce 2015 Stand Together Week

With the help of local community partners and the city of Portland, the Portland Timbers, T2 and Portland Thorns FC will present their fourth-annual Stand Together Week from June 8-14. The comprehensive, week-long community initiative supports dozens of nonprofit projects and volunteer opportunities across the city.

Stand Together Week, with the help of Hands On Greater Portland, will consist of upwards of 35 volunteer projects, benefitting more than 30 organizations focused on youth and the environment across the Portland metro area. Fans are invited to volunteer and team up with mascot Timber Joey, select Timbers, T2 and Thorns FC players and club staff on the various projects.

Supported by Presenting Partners adidas, Alaska Airlines, Coca-Cola, Cricket Wireless, Daimler Trucks North America, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, KPTV FOX 12, Providence Health Plan, Simple, and University of Portland, Stand Together Week kicks off Monday, June 8, helping the Portland Police Bureau's Sunshine Division sort food for local families in need. Each project will engage fans and community members and have a meaningful impact on the community. The volunteer opportunities affiliated with Stand Together Week, named after the Timbers' community outreach platform, Stand Together, range from outdoor park/garden maintenance to construction projects and assisting in special youth and community initiatives. A complete schedule of activities and events is listed below.

Since 2012, Stand Together Week participants donated 7,012 hours of service at more than 100 events benefitting youth and the environment in the greater-Portland area. Nonprofits served include PlayWorks!, Growing Gardens, AC Portland and the Community Cycling Center, among many others.

To sign up as a volunteer for one of the Stand Together Week projects or for more information on the overall initiative, please visit www.timbers.com/standtogetherweek.

Angerer named to fifth FIFA Women's World Cup roster for Germany

Goalkeeper Nadine Angerer became the eighth Thorns FC player to be named to a FIFA Women's World Cup roster for the 2015 edition of the tournament, which kicks off June 6.

Angerer earned her 139 international cap for Germany in its final tune-up match before departing for Canada on May 27, a 3-1 win against Switzerland. A two-time FIFA Women's World Cup champion in 2003 and 2007, Angerer has recorded seven shutouts in 11 FIFA Women's World Cup matches. In the 2007 tournament, Angerer did not concede a single goal and saved a penalty kick in a 2-0 win in the championship match against Brazil. With her performance, Angerer set the record for most consecutive minutes played without conceding a goal in World Cup play (540) and was named the 2007 Women's World Cup Best Goalkeeper.

Watch Thorns FC away matches at pub partner locations

While Thorns FC are on the road, show your support for the team from the Rose City by watching the match at one of several pub partner locations.

McGillacudy's (11133 NE Halsey St.), McMenamins Ringlers Pub (1332 W Burnside St.), Kells Irish Pub (112 SW 2nd Ave.), Lightning Will (305 NW 21st), Mad Greek Deli (1740 E Burnside), Bazi Bierbrasserie (1522 SE 32nd Ave.) and The Blue Bar Room (8145 SE 82nd Ave.) all broadcast Thorns FC web streams.

Timbers, Thorns FC form partnership with Idaho Youth Soccer Association

The Portland Timbers and Portland Thorns FC have formed a partnership with the Idaho Youth Soccer Association (IYSA), it was announced recently. Through the partnership, the Timbers and Thorns FC will collaborate with IYSA on the Idaho Pre-Academy/Olympic Development Program (ODP) on both the boys and girls sides, providing guidance and a common vision to develop a similar model to what the Timbers and Thorns FC have created with the Pre-Academy/ODP program in Oregon.

Additionally as an aspect of the partnership, the Timbers and Thorns FC will explore creating alliances with local youth clubs in the state to start the pathway toward instilling the organization's goals and vision, while providing more opportunities for Idaho youth soccer players and preparing them for the potential of joining the Timbers and Thorns FC Academy programs.

Thorns FC single-game tickets now on sale

Single-game tickets for Portland Thorns FC's 2015 National Women's Soccer League home matches at Providence Park are now on sale to the public.

Fans are able to purchase tickets, starting at $13, for the team's regular-season home matches by calling (888) 736-6849 or online here. In addition, fans also are able to purchase tickets at the Providence Park box office. The Providence Park box office is open Tuesday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Group opportunities for Thorns FC matches are available by contacting the ticket office at (503) 553-5555 or ticketsales@timbers.com. Additional group information can be found at www.timbers.com/thornsfc/thorns-group-outings.

Fill up at your local 76 gas station and earn free Thorns FC tickets, chance to win $7,600

Fill up with eight gallons or more at a local 76 gas station and get a voucher for two free general admission tickets to an upcoming Thorns FC match, which you can redeem at the Providence Park box office. When you redeem your voucher for tickets, you are then entered into a drawing for a chance at winning $7,600 during the 76th Minute at an upcoming Timbers home match.

Visit www.timbers.com/76 for all the details.

Be part of the 2015 KeyBank LTFC

All Timbers and Thorns FC fans 12-years-old or younger are encouraged to be part of the 2015 KeyBank LTFC. A $30 membership gets you an exclusive 2015 KeyBank LTFC Timbers/Thorns scarf, four free Thorns FC flex tickets, four T2 flex tickets, four general admission tickets to the T2 match against Sacramento Republic on Sept. 12 at Providence Park, an invitation to exclusive KeyBank LTFC team training and autograph session and other great benefits.

TEAM MEDIA SOURCES

Television: "Timbers in 30"

Throughout the season, "Timbers in 30", presented by Oregon Lottery and hosted by Jake Zivin, Ross Smith and Samantha Yarock, will offer inside access to the club and provide analysis with in-studio appearances from Timbers coaches and players. Previously aired shows and "Timbers in 30" features can be found at www.timbers.com.

"Timbers in 30" airs Fridays at 6:30 p.m. (Pacific) on KPTV FOX 12.

Radio: "Talk Timbers"

The Timbers' weekly radio talk show, "Talk Timbers," presented by JELD-WEN Windows & Doors, airs every Wednesday evening beginning at 6 p.m. (Pacific) on flagship station 750 The Game. "Talk Timbers," provides team and league news as well as interviews with Timbers coaches and players during the season, and will also feature regular updates on Portland Thorns FC.

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

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

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