July 25, 2024 – National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL)
Portland Thorns FC News Release
PORTLAND, Ore. – Portland Thorns FC Governor Lisa Bhathal Merage and Alternate Governor Alex Bhathal announced the addition of several new investors into the club, adding a collection of Oregon sports legends and high-profile professional athletes keen on the continued growth of women’s professional sports. The group was assembled by Revitate, an alternative investment platform led by the Bhathals focused on transformative investments into sports, real estate, and consumer brands.
We are thrilled to welcome such an accomplished group of athletes into the Thorns investor group, said Ms. Bhathal Merage. This is truly a group of champions – both in their respective sports, and as leaders in the Portland community. We are excited and honored to access their talents, insights, and passion as we continue the work needed to build the best women’s soccer club in the world.
This additional group of investors is a continuation of the Thorns’ ongoing work to ensure strong integration and representation of local voices in club leadership, following the club’s additions of Portland product and Columbia Sportswear CEO Tim Boyle, and the hiring of Oregon product and University of Oregon alumni Alexis Lee as Team President.
Announced investors include:
Joey Harrington: Portland native, University of Oregon alumnus, and former NFL quarterback.
Ashton Eaton: Portland native, University of Oregon alumnus, and two-time gold medalist for the United States in the decathlon.
Brianne Theisen-Eaton: Portland resident, University of Oregon alumna, and Olympic bronze medalist in heptathlon for Canada.
Brandin Cooks: Portland metro resident, Oregon State alumnus, and current wide receiver for the Dallas Cowboys.
Bryce Young: NFL Quarterback for the Carolina Panthers and #1 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.
Jeremy Ebobisse: Current MLS player for the San Jose Earthquakes.
As a current soccer dad and lifelong supporter of all things Portland, I am thrilled to join this group and showcase my support for Thorns as not just a supporter but now as an investor, said Harrington. The Portland Thorns are an integral part of the Portland community. I am grateful for the opportunity to work closely with the Bhathal family, the other investors and most importantly our fans and supporters as we continue to grow this club.
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