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Timbers down Puerto Rico on late goal by Pore

On a celebratory night at PGE Park, Ryan Pore scored a late game-winning goal and goalkeeper Steve Cronin logged his 10th shutout of the season as the Timbers downed the…

Timbers set new attendance records in home finale

With a sellout crowd of 15,418 in attendance at Thursday night’s final home game of the 2010 regular season, the Portland Timbers set a new modern-franchise (2001-10) record for regular-season…

Thompson named 2010 Community Player of the Year

In recognition of his exemplary efforts in making a difference off the playing field this season, Portland Timbers defender Scot Thompson today was named the club’s Community Player of the…

Alaska Airlines unveiled as Timbers’ MLS jersey sponsor

The Timbers and Alaska Airlines today announced that Alaska Airlines is the Major League Soccer team’s official airline and that company’s logo will be prominently featured on the team’s MLS…

Timbers face Islanders on Fan Appreciation Night Thurs.

The Portland Timbers look to continue their five-game unbeaten streak as they play host to the Puerto Rico Islanders on Fan Appreciation Night Thursday in their regular-season home finale at…

Danso called up by Gambia National Team

The Timbers today announced that Mamadou Danso has been called up by the Gambia National Team to participate in a qualification match for the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations against…

Timbers shut out Crystal Palace Baltimore 3-0

Midfielder Ryan Pore recorded a goal and an assist and forward Bright Dike turned in a two-goal performance as the Portland Timbers defeated Crystal Palace Baltimore 3-0 before 15,418 at…


Comment on the Lents Park Master Plan

What should Lents Park look like in 2035? We’d love to get your input on the Lents Park Master Plan that will guide Lents Park improvements and development for the…

Takeaways from Yesterday’s Oregon Economic and Revenue Forecast Testimony, Including: It’s the Economy, Stupid! and the Need for a Time Machine

It’s not the Watergate hearings, but it’s still interesting stuff for those of us who care about Oregon’s economic and fiscal situation. It’s the quarterly meeting of the Oregon House…

Chris Dudley: 6′10" Pull String Doll

By J. Graber of Portland, Oregon. He is a former journalist and a graduate student in strategic communications at the University of Oregon, Portland campus.
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Duck Feed: Camp Report – That’s a Wrap

Preseason camp is now officially over and the Ducks will begin their game week preparations for New Mexico tomorrow morning at 9 a.m. with newly named starting quarterback Darron Thomas…

Swicklik Collects IWLCA Academic Award

Junior attacker Anna Swicklik has been named to the 2010 Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA)Academic Honor Roll.


Thomas Named Ducks’ Quarterback

Sophomore Darron Thomas has been named the starting quarterback for the University of Oregon's Sept. 4 season opener vs. New Mexico in Autzen Stadium, head coach Chip Kelly announced Friday.

Fastbreak: Interior Pics of Matthew Knight Arena

Some amazing new pics of the interior of Matthew Knight Arena were just taken. They certainly give you a feel for how the building is going to look when it…

No. 20 Ducks Corral Broncos 3-0 in Season Opener

The No. 20 Oregon volleyball team successfully opened its 43rd volleyball season with a 3-0 sweep of Santa Clara Friday in the Fresno State Classic, 25-23, 25-20, 25-14.

Exclusive: Earl Blumenauer to speak at opening of Interbike 2010

Rep. Earl Blumenauer
U.S. Congressman Earl Blumenauer will kick off Interbike in Las Vegas next month. His presence will put advocacy front and center at North America’s largest bike…

No. 5 Pilots Knock off SMU 2-0

A crowd of 4,102 turned out and cheered on the No. 5 Portland Pilots to a 2-0 win over the Southern Methodist Mustangs Friday night at Merlo Field at the…