Sep 18, 2024 · NEW YORK and PORTLAND, Ore., Sept. 18, 2024 – The Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) announced today that it has awarded Portland, Oregon, the league’s 15 th franchise. The...

The Portland WNBA team is an American professional basketball team based in Portland, Oregon. The team will compete in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) as a member of the Western Conference; it is scheduled to begin play in 2026. The team will play its home games at Moda Center.

Jan 24, 2025 · Women's Basketball | January 24, 2025 Defense Keys Another Comeback by UO Women Oregon used its defensive pressure and two different 10-0 runs in the second half to beat Indiana on Friday.

It was announced today that 2x WNBA All-Star Kelsey Mitchell has re-signed with the Indiana Fever! Be sure to head over to the transaction page to stay updated on all player movement …

18 hours ago · MONMOUTH, Ore. (AP) — Former players for the Western Oregon women’s basketball team have filed a lawsuit in federal court alleging emotional and physical abuse. The lawsuit, filed on Wednesday in Marion County, seeks $28 million damages. It names the university, its athletic director, president, the dean of students and two coaches. ...

11 hours ago · Peyton Scott scored 12 points, Phillipina Kyei had nine points, 10 rebounds and two late free throws, and Oregon beat No. 16 Michigan State 63-59 for the Spartans ... The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Get the poll delivered straight to your inbox with AP Top 25 Poll Alerts. Sign up ...

Sep 24, 2024 · In a groundbreaking announcement, the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) has awarded Portland, Oregon, its 15th franchise, set to commence play in the 2026 season. This marks a significant moment not only for the league but also for the city, which has long been a vibrant hub for women’s sports.

Basketball is one of 11 varsity women's sports at the University of Oregon. The team is a member of the Big Ten Conference and a Division I team in the National Collegiate Athletic Association. Matthew Knight Arena is the home venue for both women's …

Sep 18, 2024 · Portland, Oregon, has become the latest city to benefit from the Women's National Basketball Association's rapid expansion plans after being awarded a franchise on Wednesday that will begin...

The WNBA was founded on April 24, 1996, as the women's counterpart to the National Basketball Association (NBA); league play began in 1997. The regular season runs from May to September, with each team playing 44 games.