PORTLAND, Ore. (November 4, 2025) – The Portland Thorns announced today that Olivia Moultrie has agreed to a multi-year contract extension which will link the young U.S. Women’s National Team midfielder with the Rose City through 2029.
“Portland isn’t just where I play, it’s home,” Moultrie said. “The community, fans, energy at Providence Park, it’s all part of who I am now. To be able to keep representing this city means everything. From day one, this organization has believed in me and supported my development in ways I’ll always be grateful for. I grew up in this league wearing Thorns colors and that’s shaped me and my expectations. Top to bottom, this organization expects greatness and that’s exactly where I want to be.”
Trailblazer, phenom, historic, and a relentless desire to succeed are just a few of the many phrases used to describe Moultrie’s professional journey since she officially signed for Portland in 2021, at the time becoming the youngest NWSL player at 15 years old. Now 20, Moultrie — who paved the way for the influx of young talent now present in the NWSL —continues to raise the standard for success and exemplifies what it means to be a Thorn.
"We are thrilled to extend Olivia as a Thorn for the foreseeable future” said President and General Manager of Soccer Operations Jeff Agoos. “We have seen her playing arc see tremendous growth over the course of her development in Portland. Her on-field capabilities, her sheer competitiveness, and the maturity off the pitch has established her as one of our nation’s brightest young stars. We are proud of her commitment to remain in an environment that will continue to shape her into a world class player and compete for championships each year. She has worked hard to become a leader on this team, and we are happy that Portland will be her home."
Moultrie’s extension arrives during a career season for the five-year pro, fresh from helping Portland secure their league leading ninth-consecutive playoff appearance (2016-19, 2021-25) and 11th overall postseason appearance. In 2025, she set new single-season highs in goals (8), appearances (26, a club single-season record), starts (24) and minutes (2,163, third highest for a single season in club history). She finished as Portland’s top goal scorer and became the NWSL’s highest scoring teenager this past September. Moultrie was also awarded the 2025 Supporters Player of the Year by the Rose City Riveters, Portland’s passionate and league-leading supporters group.
As a Thorn, Moultrie has appeared in 95 NWSL matches with 65 starts, accumulating 18 goals and 11 assists whilst being a major contributor to the 2022 NWSL Championship, 2021 NWSL Shield and 2021 Challenge Cup winning campaigns (still holding the honor of being the youngest player to win a league championship at 17 in 2022).
“Every time I step on the field at Providence Park, I feel the energy of this city and these fans, there’s nothing like it,” Moultrie added. “I want to pay back the loyalty that this community has shown me with as many wins and trophies as possible. This is where I became who I am, and getting to keep writing my story here is something really special. The Thorns have an impressive history and winning in our DNA. I want to live that as well as add to its legacy.”
In addition to her success with Portland, Moultrie has continued her climb as a rising star for the U.S. Women’s National Team. The 2023 U.S. Soccer Young Female Player of the Year is fresh off a stellar October window with the USWNT, having scored her second international brace in a 2-1 victory over Portugal. She currently has (10) caps with the USWNT since making her senior international debut in 2023, tallying four goals and an assist for the Stars and Stripes while also lifting the Concacaf W Gold Cup and SheBelieves Cup in 2024.
By reaching a multi-year extension agreement with Moultrie, the Thorns showcase their commitment to retain top young talent and construct a squad capable of competing for championships to ensure Portland remains the most successful in the NWSL, evident in the Club’s league record three NWSL Championships (2013, 2017, 2022), two NWSL Shields (2016, 2021) and NWSL Challenge Cup (2021).
About Portland Thorns
Founded in 2012, the Portland Thorns have set the standard for fan support and on-field success in women’s soccer since its inaugural 2013 season. One of the world’s most supported women’s soccer clubs, Portland has led the league in attendance for eight seasons and set a new club playoff attendance record with 25,218 fans supporting Thorns FC in the 2023 semifinal match at Providence Park. Thorns FC have won the NWSL Championship a league-record three times (2013, 2017, 2022) and finished as runners-up in 2018. The club has made the postseason a league-high 11 times and won the NWSL Shield in 2016 and 2021 as well as the 2021 NWSL Challenge Cup.
PORTLAND, Ore. (Saturday, August 15, 2026) – The Portland Thorns continued their impressive home form with a 2-1 win over Orlando Pride on Saturday when forward Caiya Hanks — who was making her return to the pitch after missing action for over a year with an ACL injury — scored a stoppage time winner to secure three points for the home side.
Both sides battled back and forth as they tried to search for the opening goal, with Thorns goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold making three saves to ensure the match remained level going into the halftime break.
The Thorns came out into the second half much more threatening in Orlando’s half and finally broke the deadlock in the 58th minute when forward Pietra Tordin laid the ball off to forward Deyna Castellanos, who from the top right corner of Orlando’s box placed the ball perfectly into the top left corner of the goal over the hands of Orlando goalkeeper Anna Moorhouse.
The lead was short lived however when Arnold’s diving save to punch out a crossed ball in the 63rd minute ricocheted off the knees of Orlando forward Jacqueline Ovalle and rolled into the net to level things back up.
From there, Portland and Orlando continued in their fight to search for a second and despite several good looks at goal, the match remained level.
That would all change after Hanks — who subbed on in the 88th minute — curled the ball into the goal from outside the box in the 96th to send Providence Park into a frenzy as the Thorns secured three points and extended its home unbeaten streak to 12 matches, nine on the season.
UP NEXT: The Portland Thorns host Denver Summit FC for the first time at Providence Park on Saturday, August 22. Kickoff is scheduled for 5:45 pm PT on ION and 910 ESPN Portland. Purchase tickets for the match HERE.
TEAM NOTES
GOAL BREAKDOWN
First Half
N/A
Second Half
POR – Deyna Castellanos (Pietra Tordin) 58’
ORL – Jacqueline Ovalle 63’
POR – Caiya Hanks (M.A. Vignola) 90+6’
LINEUPS
Portland Thorns (4-2-3-1): Mackenzie Arnold (GK), M.A. Vignola, Jayden Perry, Isabella Obaze (Sam Hiatt 78’), Carolyn Calzada, Jessie Fleming-C, Nina Nijstad (Cassandra Bogere 85’), Pietra Tordin (Caiya Hanks 88’), Deyna Castellanos (Renee Lyles 78’), Marie Müller (Morgan Weaver 67’), Sophia Wilson
Subs not used: Morgan Messner (GK), Reyna Reyes, Shae Harvey, Mallie McKenzie
Orlando Pride (4-4-2): Anna Moorhouse (GK), Hailie Mace (Gabi Nunes 90+8’), Rafaelle (Zoe Matthews 89’), Cori Dyke, Oihane Hernández (Zara Chavoshi 76’), Solai Washington, Ally Lemos, Haley McCutcheon-C, Julie Doyle (Summer Yates 65’), Jacqueline Ovalle, Barbra Banda (Angelina 65’)
Subs not used: Cara Martin (GK), Cossette Morche, Luana, Nicole Payne
MISCONDUCT SUMMARY
POR: N/A
ORL: Jacqueline Ovalle (Yellow) 40’, Julie Doyle (Yellow) 52’, Rafaelle (Yellow) 85’
MATCH STATS
POR | ORL
Goals: 2|1
Assists: 2|0
Possession: 51|49
Shots: 10|12
Shots on Target: 4|6
Saves: 5|2
Tackles: 16|16
Tackles Won: 9|11
Interceptions: 14|26
Fouls: 7|6
Offsides: 0|1
Corner Kicks: 0|6
ATTENDANCE: 19,106
Referee: Brad Jensen
Assistant Referee 1: Katarzyna Wasiak
Assistant Referee 2: Sarah Gaddes
4th Official: Justin St. Pierre
VAR: Danielle Chesky
Assistant VAR: Seun Yinka-Kehinde
PORTLAND, Ore. (November 4, 2025) – The Portland Thorns announced today that Olivia Moultrie has agreed to a multi-year contract extension which will link the young U.S. Women’s National Team midfielder with the Rose City through 2029.
“Portland isn’t just where I play, it’s home,” Moultrie said. “The community, fans, energy at Providence Park, it’s all part of who I am now. To be able to keep representing this city means everything. From day one, this organization has believed in me and supported my development in ways I’ll always be grateful for. I grew up in this league wearing Thorns colors and that’s shaped me and my expectations. Top to bottom, this organization expects greatness and that’s exactly where I want to be.”
Trailblazer, phenom, historic, and a relentless desire to succeed are just a few of the many phrases used to describe Moultrie’s professional journey since she officially signed for Portland in 2021, at the time becoming the youngest NWSL player at 15 years old. Now 20, Moultrie — who paved the way for the influx of young talent now present in the NWSL —continues to raise the standard for success and exemplifies what it means to be a Thorn.
"We are thrilled to extend Olivia as a Thorn for the foreseeable future” said President and General Manager of Soccer Operations Jeff Agoos. “We have seen her playing arc see tremendous growth over the course of her development in Portland. Her on-field capabilities, her sheer competitiveness, and the maturity off the pitch has established her as one of our nation’s brightest young stars. We are proud of her commitment to remain in an environment that will continue to shape her into a world class player and compete for championships each year. She has worked hard to become a leader on this team, and we are happy that Portland will be her home."
Moultrie’s extension arrives during a career season for the five-year pro, fresh from helping Portland secure their league leading ninth-consecutive playoff appearance (2016-19, 2021-25) and 11th overall postseason appearance. In 2025, she set new single-season highs in goals (8), appearances (26, a club single-season record), starts (24) and minutes (2,163, third highest for a single season in club history). She finished as Portland’s top goal scorer and became the NWSL’s highest scoring teenager this past September. Moultrie was also awarded the 2025 Supporters Player of the Year by the Rose City Riveters, Portland’s passionate and league-leading supporters group.
As a Thorn, Moultrie has appeared in 95 NWSL matches with 65 starts, accumulating 18 goals and 11 assists whilst being a major contributor to the 2022 NWSL Championship, 2021 NWSL Shield and 2021 Challenge Cup winning campaigns (still holding the honor of being the youngest player to win a league championship at 17 in 2022).
“Every time I step on the field at Providence Park, I feel the energy of this city and these fans, there’s nothing like it,” Moultrie added. “I want to pay back the loyalty that this community has shown me with as many wins and trophies as possible. This is where I became who I am, and getting to keep writing my story here is something really special. The Thorns have an impressive history and winning in our DNA. I want to live that as well as add to its legacy.”
In addition to her success with Portland, Moultrie has continued her climb as a rising star for the U.S. Women’s National Team. The 2023 U.S. Soccer Young Female Player of the Year is fresh off a stellar October window with the USWNT, having scored her second international brace in a 2-1 victory over Portugal. She currently has (10) caps with the USWNT since making her senior international debut in 2023, tallying four goals and an assist for the Stars and Stripes while also lifting the Concacaf W Gold Cup and SheBelieves Cup in 2024.
By reaching a multi-year extension agreement with Moultrie, the Thorns showcase their commitment to retain top young talent and construct a squad capable of competing for championships to ensure Portland remains the most successful in the NWSL, evident in the Club’s league record three NWSL Championships (2013, 2017, 2022), two NWSL Shields (2016, 2021) and NWSL Challenge Cup (2021).
About Portland Thorns
Founded in 2012, the Portland Thorns have set the standard for fan support and on-field success in women’s soccer since its inaugural 2013 season. One of the world’s most supported women’s soccer clubs, Portland has led the league in attendance for eight seasons and set a new club playoff attendance record with 25,218 fans supporting Thorns FC in the 2023 semifinal match at Providence Park. Thorns FC have won the NWSL Championship a league-record three times (2013, 2017, 2022) and finished as runners-up in 2018. The club has made the postseason a league-high 11 times and won the NWSL Shield in 2016 and 2021 as well as the 2021 NWSL Challenge Cup.
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