Audacy is expanding its presence in women’s sports with a new multi-team partnership in the Pacific Northwest. The company announced it will serve as the official radio home for both the Portland Fire and the Portland Thorns.
The agreement marks the first time both teams will have consistent radio broadcasts in the market.
Under the deal, Audacy’s 910 ESPN Portland will act as the flagship station for the Fire. Coverage begins May 9 when the team opens its regular season against the Chicago Sky. Select games will also air on 105.1 The Fan. Broadcasts will include pregame and postgame shows, along with on-site coverage throughout the season. The added programming signals a broader commitment to shoulder programming and storytelling beyond live play-by-play.
Meanwhile, every Thorns match will air on KNRK-2 (KNRK-HD2). Ten matches will also simulcast on 910 ESPN Portland. Coverage began March 13 with a match against the Washington Spirit. Play-by-play voice Lily Crane will call all Thorns games this season. She will be joined by a rotating group of analysts, including former University of Portland standout Angela Harrison.
In addition to traditional radio distribution, fans in the Portland area can stream games through the Audacy app. Audacy Portland leadership framed the partnership as both a business move and a reflection of the region’s sports culture.
“Our city has long been a leader in supporting women’s sports,” said Ryan Cooley, senior vice president of sales for Audacy Portland. “We’re especially excited to welcome the Fire back to Portland after over two decades.”
Cooley added that the agreement creates more access for fans while continuing to elevate women’s sports across the region.
Michael Whitehead, sports managing director for RAJ Sports, said the partnership aligns with the organization’s goal of improving accessibility and connection.
“This partnership reinforces our commitment to bringing fans closer to the team,” Whitehead said. “It also makes games more accessible than ever.”
The move adds to Audacy’s already sizable sports portfolio. The company operates dozens of sports radio stations and hundreds of digital channels nationwide. It also serves as the audio streaming partner for Major League Baseball and maintains relationships with more than 75 professional and collegiate teams.
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