When the 2016 season began, it began with 12 new faces -- Portland’s new coach, Mark Parsons, shook up the lineup and brought in some amazing new talent. Thanks to the new players, the team was able to perform amazingly. Nadia Nadim was scored some great goals, Hayley Raso was the speedforce we needed, Dagny moved the ball around the field, Emily Sonnett defended like a champion, and Adrianna Franch was a quick and reliable goalkeeper. Now, as it draws nearer to the 2017 NWSL Draft, the question arises: what are Mark Parsons and his assistants looking for? What does Portland lack?
Portland Thorns 2017 Draft Prediction
