Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Portland across Basketball, Soccer, Baseball.
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup looming, Adidas and Nike are leveraging sponsorships, retail partnerships and immersive fan experiences to outshine each other, while their recent financial performances reveal starkly different trajectories.
The Badgers' latest recruiting class features two Australian prospects ranked among the Big Ten's top incoming international players, sparking high expectations from coaches and fans alike.
A look at how five rising soccer stars connect their careers to the nations they support, highlighting the tournament’s far‑reaching cultural impact.
A surge of interest on the opening day of ticket sales highlights growing demand for women’s professional soccer in New England.
The series debuted during a pandemic, sparked record viewership, and has seeped into community fields, influencing coaches, commentators and even high‑school teams across the United States.
After a bruising loss to the Portland Fire, the Indiana Fever regrouped with a player‑led meeting that reshaped their communication. The result was a commanding 83‑71 victory against the Atlanta Dream, signaling a promising shift for the squad.
A new semi‑professional women’s soccer team, the Hearts of Pine, is set to debut in Portland next May, featuring top collegiate talent and a mission to inspire young girls in Maine.
A retrospective look at the most electrifying playoff outings by University of Illinois graduates, tracing a thread of excellence that spans three decades and multiple franchises.
Ocean Rideout, a senior at Portland State University, excels in track and field and soccer, boasts a 3.96 GPA in Criminology, and plans to pursue law school while considering an extra year of athletic eligibility.
Mark Attanasio, principal owner of the Milwaukee Brewers, alongside Nolan Ryan, Reid Ryan and Don Sanders, have invested in the Athletes Unlimited Soccer League, which will feature six teams playing in their home markets starting June 9.
Baseball America’s updated prospect list highlights three Boston Red Sox players, while a few notable names drop out.
With the men's World Cup reshaping the global soccer calendar, the NWSL pauses its season to ride the wave of heightened interest, unveiling a Summer of Soccer program that includes a nationwide bus tour, matches in key markets and a push for record‑breaking crowds.
Week 10 of the 2026 NWSL season showcased historic streaks, career milestones and a brewing battle for the league’s top scorer, setting the stage for an intense finish.
Veteran coach Rick Adelman, a Hall of Fame inductee with 1,042 career wins, died at 79, leaving behind a legacy of innovation, mentorship, and integrity that shaped multiple NBA franchises.
Megan Gustafson shines with a career‑high 22 points, reflecting on her journey and the growing respect within the league.
Megan Gustafson, a former Iowa basketball star, scored her 800th WNBA point this week, highlighting a career‑best season with the Portland Fire and setting up a high‑profile matchup against Caitlin Clark.
Rutgers announced the hiring of De'Mauri Flournoy as Director of Recruiting Operations and Ryan Cabiles as Strength and Conditioning coach, highlighting their respective backgrounds at Tennessee, Syracuse and the NBA.
After pledging to Arkansas in April, George VanSandt reopens his recruitment, drawing offers from several Pac‑12 and Mountain West programs.
Paige Nakada, the 2024 Oregon 6A player of the year, and goalkeeper Gray Willson, a standout from California, have announced their intentions to join the Ducks for the upcoming season, adding depth and experience to the roster.
After a dominant 9‑0 win, Vermont Green FC travels to New Hampshire to face Black Rock FC, a team with a strong recent record, in a match that will be streamed live on SportsEngine Play.
Mallory Swanson scored her first goal since returning from maternity leave, helping the Chicago Stars defeat Bay FC 1‑0, while the Kansas City Current extended their perfect home record and the Orlando Pride secured a narrow win.
Nick Boyd’s season at Wisconsin combined impressive statistics, memorable games, and off‑court leadership, positioning him as a compelling NBA prospect.
The Portland Fire opened their campaign with a 99-80 win over the Toronto Tempo, highlighted by Emily Engstler’s 16 points and a dominant 55-36 second-half stretch.
Kentucky’s Nick Mingione and a generation of coaches are reshaping offensive strategy around hit‑by‑pitches, a trend reflected in rising national rates and record‑setting performances.