Portland's burgeoning women's sports scene has a new landmark with the opening of a state-of-the-art, $150 million training facility shared by the NWSL's Portland Thorns and the WNBA's expansion Portland Fire. The expansive 100,000-square-foot complex features dedicated, professional-grade amenities for both teams, including two full-sized soccer fields for the Thorns and two basketball courts for the Fire.
The facility underscores the significant investment and growth occurring in women's professional sports. Beyond the playing areas, the center includes separate team lounges, advanced training and recovery spaces, and media facilities, all designed to support the athletes and enhance team operations. This development marks a major step forward in providing top-tier infrastructure for women's professional soccer and basketball in Portland.
Portland Unveils $150 Million Joint Facility for Thorns and Fire
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