The Portland Thorns return almost the exact same roster from last season’s championship roster with a few additions from the NWSL Draft.
However, they have a new head coach in Mike Norris (former assistant coach) and have recently let go of head trainer Pierre Soubrier and assistant coach Sophie Clough.
Did I forget to mention — the team is also up for sale.
The offseason should have been one of triumph and celebration, but has felt like the complete opposite.
General Manager Karina Leblanc returns the roster’s starting XI (with the only outgoing being Yazmeen Ryan) and looks to repeat as champions.