USL W COMING TO PORTLAND IN 2026,
A NEW ERA OF WOMEN’S
SOCCER BEGINS TODAY.
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Women’s soccer is entering a new era in Portland.
Backed by COLLiDE Sport, the group behind the Portland Pickles and Portland Bangers FC, our city’s USL W League franchise will kick off in May 2026 as part of the Northwest Division.
The USL W League is the nation’s premier pre-professional league, developing the next generation of players while bridging the gap between college and the pros. With over 90 teams across the country, the league is expanding opportunities to play, watch, and work in the women’s game … and now Portland will be part of that movement.
Join us as we write the next chapter of soccer in the Rose City.
Stay tuned for our brand reveal this November and secure your spot on the season ticket waitlist today.
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PRESS RELEASE
USL W COMING TO PORTLAND IN 2026,
A NEW ERA OF WOMEN’S SOCCER BEGINS TODAY.
Season Ticket Wait list opens now,
Portland, OR – September 19, 2025 – COLLiDE Sport, the group behind the Portland Pickles and Portland Bangers FC, announced today that it has secured the rights to a USL W League franchise, scheduled to begin play in May 2026. The new club will be the only USL W team in Portland, adding to the city’s proud tradition of supporting soccer at every level.
The club will operate with its own brand and identity, separate from the Pickles and Bangers, and will be revealed to the public in November 2025, when the team name, coaching staff, and home venue are officially announced. Starting today, fans can join the season ticket waiting list at PortlandBangers.com/USLW.
The arrival of the USL W League in Portland follows the massive success of the Portland Bangers’ debut USL2 season, where the club sold out every match and earned international media attention for its creative energy, grassroots community support, and unforgettable game-day experiences.
With more than 90 clubs nationwide, the USL W League has become one of the most exciting platforms for women’s soccer in the United States. Built to bridge the gap between college and professional play, the W League provides a stage for the next generation of elite talent, preparing athletes for professional careers while delivering an unmatched community experience.
Portland will compete in the Northwest Division, joining clubs that include:
Bigfoot FC
FC Olympia
Lane United FC
Salmon Bay FC
Tacoma Galaxy
West Seattle Rhodies FC
