Portlandthorns Stories

Destiny May Sonnett lives for the thrill of the soccer ball at her feet. At seven years old, she already practices dazzling footwork in the backyard, imagining the roar of the crowd as she scores her first goal-right alongside her mom, Emily, her greatest hero. But when Emily's own soccer dreams pull her toward new challenges, Destiny must learn that passion, perseverance, and a little bit of courage can bridge any distance., Together mother and daughter discover that the most unforgettable victories happen off the field-where shared laughter, whispered encouragement, and unwavering belief turn every dream into a team effort. A heartwarming journey about family, determination, and the magic of chasing your goals.

**BOLD IS SPANISH TO ENGLISH TRANSLATION//FIRST CHAPTER ONLY** When USWNT star Becky Sauerbrunn opens her home-and her heart-to fourteen-year-old Daisy Rose from Panama, she braces for culture shock, not a full-blown standoff. On the eve of the CONCACAF qualifier against, Panama Daisy's fear and homesickness keeps her rooted in the locker room, unwilling to step onto the field and be with her new family. Enter Alex Morgan: fluent in Spanish and, with overflowing compassion she becomes Daisy's bridge to this strange new world and Becky's guiding light through the maze of identity, adoption and belonging. As Daisy tentatively finds her voice, Becky confronts her own doubts about motherhood, loyalty, and what it truly takes to build a home across borders. A story of soccer's unifying power, the strength found in unlikely friendships and the courage it takes to welcome someone completely different into your life.

Samira Johnson loves soccer. As a junior at Missouri State in Colombia, Missouri, (or Mizzou) she plays right midfielder for the college's soccer team. On the night of their last game, she plays excellently and wins the eye of several NWSL talent agents. After the game she receives an offer she can't refuse: a chance to go play at a camp and possibly play for the Portland Thorns. At this camp in New York, she meets many new friends, and a roommate named Tobin, who seems to not care for many things. But there's something about Tobin that makes her impossible to keep off Samira's mind.

At fourteen, Isabella Mae Sauerbrunn has mastered the art of order: color-coded calendars, meticulously timed routines, and a steadfast commitment to her medication keep the twin storms of OCD and ADHD at bay. But when a single missed dose or an unplanned disruption sends her spiraling into rituals she can't escape, even her mother - star defender Becky Sauerbrunn-finds herself racing to restore Bella's fragile peace. As freshman year gives way to sophomore challenges, Bella faces a terrain of new friendships, expectations, and the knot of feelings she's learned to tame. Through whispered breakdowns at midnight, frantic lists scrawled in neon ink, and moments of quiet triumph when the world finally slows, mother and daughter discover that control isn't about erasing chaos, but about finding courage within it. A vivid, heart-wrenching portrait of resilience, this reveals story how love-and a little bit of mess-can become the strongest foundation of all.

I, Abigail Heather O'Rians, can do it. Abigail, who goes by Abbey, has been interested in soccer since she could walk. From the first time she saw her father play at 9 months, to the first time she could kick a ball at two years she's always had a love for the game. Although encouragement from her family and friends was needed, she found her self playing on the same field as Meghan Klingengburg, Allie Long, Lindsey Horan, and even Tobin Powell heath. Soon enough, it'd be the whole national team, as long as she could work hard hard for it. No distractions, she can do this.

Jessica is an 18 year old goalkeeper from Satellite Beach, Fl. She's the next biggest thing for the town since Ashlyn Harris. What will happen when she answers her phone one day? #1 Portland Thorns 27/8/19

We all saw that Thorns vs Royals game. Sonny and ARod got into it, then Lindsey pushing Amy....Lindsey Horan and Emily Sonnett have been best friends for as long as either of them could remember. They play on the United States Women's National Team together and on the same league team together. They're inseparable. But what happens when one of them starts to have feelings for the other? Will those feelings be reciprocated?

Avery Jane Sauerbrunn spent her entire life crafting a perfect- façaded cherished daughter beautiful grateful student, adoptee of Becky Sauerbrunn. Yet beneath her gentle smile a childhood in Romania she refuses to remember. When a sudden crisis rips away Avery carefully's guarded silence, she is forced to reveal the secrets she's fought so hard to bury. As mother and daughter grapple with betrayal and loss, Avery must decide whether the hidden truth will shatter their bond or lead them both toward a fragile hope neither dared to imagine.

tobin takes alex to dinner on the beach and a surprise ensues// talex one-shot

{COMPLETE} Taylor Riel is the third string keeper for the Portland Thorns. After she pushes aside her feelings for a certain teammate for some time, she finds herself as Portland's biggest player, both on the field and off. Eventually, an enamored Sophia Smith finds herself clamoring for the love of her beautiful blonde-haired-blue-eyed teammate, even if it is just secondhand.

At twenty-seven, Sam Coffey has spent more running from a high-school tragedy than she ever did living in its shadow. Now, as a single mother to bright-eyed twelve-year-old Sage, Sam sees the same stubborn spark that once carried her through grief-and she wonders whether hope will hold, or whether history will repeat itself. Convinced the trauma Sage's young mind endured could fracture her forever, Sam braces for the worst. But Sage shows no signs of breaking-instead, she offers a chance at redemption neither of them expected. When echoes of the past begin to stir in their small town, mother and daughter must confront old wounds and buried secrets. Together, they'll discover if the fiercest battles are fought in the mind-and whether love can rewrite even the darkest story.

Where Emily Sonnett is haunted by the memories of Victoria Young and can't get over her.

Arin Summers was a star all throughout her college years, even transitioning to pro soccer she was a star. During the last game of the 2020 season she broke her leg, after a long road to recovery she finally was back on the field. She felt stronger but that did not reflect her playing. She was given one last chance to prove her worth or she would be waived from the thorns for the 2022 season.

A love story between soccer player Tobin heath and the reader. Thank you for checking out the story and i hope you enjoy. also, comment things you want to see

Recovering From a shattered ankle, Tobin Heath loses herself. When she returns to play for the USWNT Her coach gives her an ultimatum: get in shape and become the player she once was, or spend the World Cup on the bench. Desperate to regain control, Tobin turns to restricting her eating. Will she ever play like she once had, Will she find unexpected love where she never thought she would?

Keigan Clarke is a goalkeeper for the Portland Thorns FC, and recently got called up to be on the USWNT. The national team rookie has always kept to herself, and as a result is slightly mysterious. Kelley O'Hara has been on the national team for a few years, and knows the ins and outs of most of her teammates. When she meets Keigan, she realizes there is much more to the keeper than her insane work ethic and mysterious social presence.

After experiencing the heartbreak of a lifetime, Tippah Jones decides to leave Lyon, and move to Arsenal, in the January transfer window of 2022. The 23-year-old Australian midfielder is ready for a fresh start, away from her ex-girlfriend, Ellie Carpenter, and the pains of heartache. At Arsenal, Tippah's life brightens. She starts playing alongside her fellow Matildas, Steph Cately and Caitlin Foord, and meets new people, including the new English captain, Leah Williamson. However, this new life, for Tippah, isn't always easy. The pain is always there. The anger is always there. But, someone, somehow, is able to make it all better, lighting Tippah up like only Ellie had ever been able to do before. Everything seemed as if it was falling into place. As if the pain allowed for new happiness. But, Tippah's demons run deeper than just a surface level heartbreak. Her pain is not just found in her past, but also her present. Her anger isn't found just in heartbreak, but also addiction. How does Tippah deal with this forthcoming pain? How does her new team help her, including the person she never thought could love her? And, in the end, can pain actually be healed with time? Right Where You Left Me is the second story in the Swiftly Pitched series, showcasing how childhood trauma can translate to adult pains, and that the people around you are the most important, even if you don't believe it at first. The Story of Tippah Jones in the Swiftly Pitched Series

The 2017 NWSL season closed with three of its ten teams on the brink of folding. After purchases and relocations, the league starts 2018 with its entire complement in the fold. Follow the 2018 season, one week and relationship at a time.