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- The Portland Thorns have a new owner. Merritt Paulson sold the team to RAJ Sports, a family company that owns other franchises, including a stake in the Sacramento Kings in the NBA.
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Oct 11, 2022 · Merritt Paulson, the owner of the NWSL's Portland Thorns and MLS's Portland Timbers, announced he is stepping down as CEO of both clubs "effective immediately."
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Dec 9, 2022 · Merritt Paulson, the owner of the Portland Thorns and Timbers, announced yesterday that he will sell the women’s soccer team but maintain ownership of the men’s team.
- Allison Frost
Dec 1, 2022 · Merritt Paulson announced Thursday that the Portland Thorns are for sale, initiating the end of his decade-long role as owner of the most successful club in NWSL history amid a flood of off-field...
Oct 11, 2022 · Facing mounting public pressure from fans, sponsors and the Portland soccer community, Merritt Paulson announced Tuesday that he is stepping down as CEO of the Portland Timbers and Thorns...
Jan 25, 2023 · The owner of the Timbers and Thorns, Merritt Paulson, stepped down as CEO of the teams in October. His departure as top executive came after an independent investigation into the National...
- Meagan Cuthill
Merritt Paulson has owned both the Portland Thorns and Portland Timbers since their inceptions into the National Women’s Soccer League in 2013 and Major League Soccer in 2011,...
Oct 11, 2022 · Portland Thorns owner Merritt Paulson, who also owns MLS’ Portland Timbers, announced in a statement Tuesday that he has removed himself as CEO of both clubs, effective immediately. Paulson also announced a search for a new CEO to replace him.
