July 15, 2025 (Portland, OR) – Today, Portland’s WNBA expansion team proudly unveils its new name and brand identity: the Portland Fire. Based in the global epicenter of women’s sports, the Portland Fire is rooted in the resilience, spirit, and passion for sport that defines the Rose City.

The first-ever global women’s sports Epicenter Week is happening only in Portland and kicks off on July 23. It comes on the heels of the huge party Tuesday night at the Moda Center for the unveiling of the Portland Fire’s logo and name. Epicenter week starts next Wednesday with Portland Thorns Community Day.

The President of the United States was in attendance at the FIFA Club World Cup Final on Sunday. Chelsea took on PSG in the Club World Cup Final on Sunday. The game was played at Metlife Stadium in New Jersey. Chelsea topped PSG, 3-0, to win the Club World Cup. President Trump and his wife, First ...

Portland’s new WNBA franchise will finally have a name. On Tuesday, the team is hosting a big launch party at the Moda Center, where they’ll unveil the