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- 1Portland emerges as the global epicenter of women's sports▼How did Portland become the global epicenter of women’s sports?
Oregon Public Broadcasting explores how Portland became a global hub for women's sports. The city is home to the Portland Thorns, one of the most successful and best-supported teams in the National Women's Soccer League, and has a long record of strong fan support for women's basketball, including the University of Oregon and Oregon State programs. The report examines the combination of franchise investment, devoted fan culture and community infrastructure behind the city's outsized role.