PORTLAND, Ore. (May 15, 2025) – Portland Thorns FC announced today that it has signed Defender Jayden Perry to a multi-year contract extension that will keep her in the Rose City through the 2028 season.
“Jayden has been a talented addition to our team, establishing herself as an important contributor,” President and General Manager of Soccer Operations Jeff Agoos said. “She arrived in preseason with the potential to be a key player for the team and we have high expectations as Jayden continues to develop alongside the rest of our backline. We are excited to see her commit to this new era of Thorns history and look forward to her development with our organization.”
Perry, 22, has burst onto the scene after an impressive start to her rookie season. In 630 minutes across seven appearances so far this year, Perry currently sits as Portland’s joint-top goal contributor after being perfect from the penalty spot on three occasions as well as tallying an assist. Additionally, Perry is one of the Thorns’ top players in clearances (29), possession won back in the defensive third (16), blocks (4) and aerial duels won (10).
“I have loved every second of my time here in Portland,” Perry said. “The girls and staff have created such a welcoming and fun environment, and I am so grateful that this organization took a chance on me. This team has really put their time and trust into my development and growth as a person, player and teammate. I am thrilled for my future as a Thorn and to continue wearing our crest for this amazing city.”
One of 11 new additions to this year’s roster, Portland acquired Perry on a one-year deal ahead of the 2025 preseason on January 22. The California native joined the Thorns after an impressive career with UCLA (2021-24) where she won the 2022 NCAA National Championship and recorded seven goals and four assists in 86 matches.
Perry’s confident ability to create attacking opportunities from the backline and apply defensive pressure against opposition has been showcased each time she steps onto the pitch, putting on display her potential alongside the rest of Portland’s young core. Portland has the youngest squad in the NWSL — boasting an average age of 25.10 — and have allowed that youth to be their strength with their dynamism and explosiveness. With players like Perry, the Thorns are showing that they are ready to compete against anyone and laying the foundation down for its future.
The Thorns are back in action tomorrow, Friday May 16 on the road at Houston Dash with kickoff on NWSL+ and Fox 12 Plus scheduled for 5 p.m. PT.
For Media Inquiries, please contact:
Alberto Huichapa
Communications Manager
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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. (May 15, 2025) – Portland Thorns FC announced today that it has signed Defender Jayden Perry to a multi-year contract extension that will keep her in the Rose City through the 2028 season.
“Jayden has been a talented addition to our team, establishing herself as an important contributor,” President and General Manager of Soccer Operations Jeff Agoos said. “She arrived in preseason with the potential to be a key player for the team and we have high expectations as Jayden continues to develop alongside the rest of our backline. We are excited to see her commit to this new era of Thorns history and look forward to her development with our organization.”
Perry, 22, has burst onto the scene after an impressive start to her rookie season. In 630 minutes across seven appearances so far this year, Perry currently sits as Portland’s joint-top goal contributor after being perfect from the penalty spot on three occasions as well as tallying an assist. Additionally, Perry is one of the Thorns’ top players in clearances (29), possession won back in the defensive third (16), blocks (4) and aerial duels won (10).
“I have loved every second of my time here in Portland,” Perry said. “The girls and staff have created such a welcoming and fun environment, and I am so grateful that this organization took a chance on me. This team has really put their time and trust into my development and growth as a person, player and teammate. I am thrilled for my future as a Thorn and to continue wearing our crest for this amazing city.”
One of 11 new additions to this year’s roster, Portland acquired Perry on a one-year deal ahead of the 2025 preseason on January 22. The California native joined the Thorns after an impressive career with UCLA (2021-24) where she won the 2022 NCAA National Championship and recorded seven goals and four assists in 86 matches.
Perry’s confident ability to create attacking opportunities from the backline and apply defensive pressure against opposition has been showcased each time she steps onto the pitch, putting on display her potential alongside the rest of Portland’s young core. Portland has the youngest squad in the NWSL — boasting an average age of 25.10 — and have allowed that youth to be their strength with their dynamism and explosiveness. With players like Perry, the Thorns are showing that they are ready to compete against anyone and laying the foundation down for its future.
The Thorns are back in action tomorrow, Friday May 16 on the road at Houston Dash with kickoff on NWSL+ and Fox 12 Plus scheduled for 5 p.m. PT.
For Media Inquiries, please contact:
Alberto Huichapa
Communications Manager
ahuichapa@thorns.com
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