How WNBA's newest owners landed Portland franchise - USA …
Sep 18, 2024 · Lisa Bhathal Merage, along with her brother Alex Bhathal, bought the 15th WNBA franchise and the NWSL's Portland Thorns. They promised to build a world-class practice facility and prioritize...
WNBA Expands With Portland Team To Start Playing In 2026
Sep 18, 2024 · Two co-owners of the Sacramento Kings basketball team, Lisa Bhathal Merage and Alex Bhathal, are expanding further into women’s sports with a new WNBA team in Portland that will tip off in...
New Thorns ownership considered sale price 'a bargain' given …
Jan 23, 2024 · New Portland Thorns owners Lisa Bhathal Merage and Alex Bhathal consider the NWSL-record $63M price tag "a bargain," according to Kevin Baxter of the L.A. TIMES. Bhathal Merage said the Thorns -- an original NWSL franchise -- are “iconic.”
Mayor Wheeler Joins WNBA, Bhathal Family to Announce …
Sep 18, 2024 · Today, Mayor Ted Wheeler, along with WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert and team owners Lisa Bhathal Merage and Alex Bhathal, have officially announced the introduction of Portland's newest sports team, a WNBA franchise slated to debut in the 2026 season.
Portland, Oregon Awarded WNBA’s 15th Franchise
Sep 18, 2024 · The WNBA announced that it has awarded Portland, Oregon, the league’s 15th franchise, which will debut in the 2026 season. The team will be owned and operated by RAJ Sports, led by Lisa Bhathal...
WNBA announces new expansion team based in Portland, Oregon …
Sep 18, 2024 · The yet-to-be-named club will be owned and operated by RAJ Sports, led by controlling owner and WNBA governor Lisa Bhathal Merage and alternate governor Alex Bhathal.
WNBA awards Portland an expansion franchise that will begin play …
Raj Sports, led by Lisa and Alex Bhathal, paid $125 million for the franchise and will operate it with a focus on women's sports. The team will play at the Moda Center and have a dedicated practice facility, joining the Trail Blazers and the Thorns.
WNBA expands to Portland, with team to begin play in 2026
Sep 18, 2024 · The new team will be owned and operated by RAJ Sports, led by controlling owner Lisa Bhathal Merage and her brother, Alex Bhathal. They also are the majority owners of the NWSL's Portland Thorns.
Portland Thorns complete $63 million sale to Bhathal family
Jan 3, 2024 · Her brother and partner across multiple business entities, Alex Bhathal, will serve as the alternate governor. The Bhathals have committed to keeping the team in Portland. The Thorns have a...
WNBA announces new franchise in Portland - TODAY
Sep 18, 2024 · The league announced on Sept. 18 that it has awarded a team to Portland, Oregon, making it the 15th franchise in the WNBA. The team, which has yet to be named, will begin play in 2026 and be owned...