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Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️
@phuocerman.bsky.social
Writer and Storyteller
Site Manager - @allforxi.bsky.social | allforxi.com
Portland Thorns Beat Reporter & Timbers Contributor @stumptownfooty.bsky.social
Podcast: Stumptown Radio
Threads/Twitter/TikTok/YouTube: @phuocerman
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Last Friday, I got to live out one of my lifelong dreams of talking sports on LIVE TV. I've had this dream since I was a kid & it really came true.

I can't thank Guillermo Motta and Tyree Smith enough for having me on the ARC PDX Sports Show to talk @thornsfc.com & @nwslsoccer.com.

#BAONPDX #NWSL
Happy Holidays All! #BAONPDX
Hoping everyone has a chance to spend time with their family, friends, and loved ones.

How is Portland Thorns’ Reilyn Turner spending her NWSL Skills Challenge Bonus 💰?!

Christmas presents for her family?
Vacation?
December 24, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Reposted by Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️
While we can debate the merits and equity of the NWSL’s new HIP rule (imho: it’s bad!), what matters now is how the Thorns ownership will spend within it, as @phuocerman.bsky.social outlines here. Big opportunity for the Thornies in the next few years. #BAONPDX
Commentary: How the High Impact Player rule impacts the Portland Thorns
What is the new High Impact rule and what does it mean for the Portland Thorns?
stumptown-footy.ghost.io
December 23, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Reposted by Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️
The NWSLPA has released a statement opposing the High Impact Player rule announced today by the NWSL.

"Under federal labor law, changes to compensation under the salary cap are a mandatory subject of bargaining — not a matter of unilateral discretion."

www.allforxi.com/nwsl/11617/n...
NWLSPA releases statement opposing NWSL’s new “High Impact Player” rule
The Players Association maintains that the new rule for player compensation requires collective bargaining.
www.allforxi.com
December 23, 2025 at 7:24 PM
Look... Whether you agree (not many) with this or not... #NWSL

This is an opportunity to find out which owners/teams are willing to spend.

Portland Thorns' High Impact Players: Soph Wilson, Sam Coffey, Liv Moultrie #BAONPDX

Lisa Bhathal Merage & Alex Bhathal have a chance to spend big time...
NWSL 🔜 High Impact Player Rule #BAONPDX

Start: July 1, 2026

- Each club may exceed the league salary cap by up to $1,000,000
- Can be applied to one or multiple players at minimum of 12% of salary cap

*One of the league's criteria must be met...

www.allforxi.com/nwsl/11581/n...
NWSL introduces High Impact Player Rule - allowing each club to exceed salary cap by up to $1,000,000
Will the NWSL finally eliminate or increase the salary cap? No, but they’ll introduce the new High Impact Player Rule…
www.allforxi.com
December 23, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Reposted by Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️
Farewell to Mónica Ocampo, a Mexican legend.

“I’m quitting soccer officially,” she said.
www.allforxi.com/liga-mx-feme...
Liga MX Femenil: Mónica Ocampo announces retirement, and the official calendar for next tournament is out
Mexican legend, Mónica Ocampo, has decided to hang up her boots
www.allforxi.com
December 22, 2025 at 10:17 PM
According to Forbes, the Portland Thorns valuation of $120 million is at No. 21 for all Women's Sports Teams & 6th most for NWSL clubs #BAONPDX

The value has skyrocketed significantly since the plans/construction for the new training facility - expected ready before 2026 season.

Any surprises?
Eight NWSL clubs listed in Forbes Top 25 Most Valuable Sports Teams #NWSL

Angel City FC and Kansas City Current lead the way followed by Bay FC, San Diego Wave, Washington Spirit, Portland Thorns, NJ/NY Gotham FC, and Seattle Reign.

#AngelCityFC #KCBABY

www.allforxi.com/nwsl/11499/e...
Eight NWSL clubs listed in Forbes Top 25 Most Valuable Sports Teams
Angel City lead the way followed by Kansas City Current, Bay FC, San Diego Wave, Washington Spirit, Portland Thorns, NJ/NY Gotham FC, and Seattle Reign.
www.allforxi.com
December 21, 2025 at 6:29 PM
SOURCE: The Portland Thorns anticipate Sophia Wilson’s full participation for both the 2026 preseason camp and Coachella Valley Invitational #BAONPDX

If all goes accordingly, she could be on the opening day roster for 2026.

www.allforxi.com/uswnt/11398/...
USWNT Superstar Sophia Wilson returning to Portland Thorns for 2026 season
The USWNT forward will return to NWSL’s Portland Thorns after exercising her 2026 player option. According to a team source, she could ready for the NWSL regular season opener in 2026.
www.allforxi.com
December 17, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Official: Sophia Wilson returning to Portland Thorns for 2026 #BAONPDX

"Bringing this new version of myself back to Portland is so special to me."

"I'm excited to get back with everyone & play in Providence Park, in front of the Riveters. There's no place like it."
Official: Sophia Wilson is returning to the Portland Thorns, exercises 2026 player option
She's back. Sophia Wilson has exercised her 2026 player contract option to stay in the Rose City.
stumptown-footy.ghost.io
December 17, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Stumptown Radio - Portland Thorns Edition #BAONPDX

✅ Full 2025 Season Grades for goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, attackers, and coaches
☑️ One Hour Episode
🎙️ with @melinae07.bsky.social for @stumptownfooty.bsky.social

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Stumptown Radio - Portland Thorns Edition: Full 2025 Season Grades
Stumptown Footy's Phuoc Nguyen and Melina Gaspar break down the 2025 season and provide grades for the goalkeepers, defenders, midfield, attackers, and coaches.
stumptown-footy.ghost.io
December 13, 2025 at 6:03 PM
The Portland Thorns hope to enter the NWSL Shield and Championship picture again and this coaching hire comes at a crucial inflection point for Lisa Bhathal Merage, Alex Bhathal, & Jeff Agoos/Front Office #BAONPDX

My top candidates for head coach👇
stumptown-footy.ghost.io/opinion-top-...
Opinion: Top Portland Thorns head coaching candidates
Who are a few names to look out for in the Portland Thorns' head coaching search?
stumptown-footy.ghost.io
December 11, 2025 at 2:12 AM
Reposted by Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️
World Sevens Football day three:
San Diego Wave go undefeated in World Sevens championship run
✍🏽: @abe_zepeda

www.allforxi.com/world-sevens...
World Sevens football day three: San Diego Wave win championship in undefeated run and more
San Diego Wave earn $2M championship prize
www.allforxi.com
December 8, 2025 at 1:08 AM
Honored and Proud to present to you our interview with USWNT and NWSL Legends, Tobin Heath & Christen Press.

Legends on the pitch and gamechangers off it, they have revolutionized athlete storytelling, coverage, fashion, and so much more.

www.sbnation.com/soccer/10913...
Interview with Tobin Heath and Christen Press: REviewing the growth of the NWSL and women’s sports, their impact on soccer, and much more
Exclusive Interview with Tobin Heath and Christen Press: they have changed the game on and off the pitch. They have also revolutionized storytelling, coverage, fashion, and so much. more. What’s next?...
www.sbnation.com
December 5, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Once again, Portland Thorns' Sam Coffey is listed in The Guardian's Top 100, but it's still too low #BAONPDX

After being somehow ranked only 89th in 2024, she is now 55th in this edition.

Make no mistake, SC17 is one of the best at her position in the world & should be higher. Not up for debate.
The 100 best female footballers in the world 2025 – Nos 100-11
Chloe Kelly, Barbra Banda and Klara Bühl have made it between places 40 and 11 as we continue our countdown to the year’s best players
www.theguardian.com
December 3, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Reposted by Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️
Rose City Return? #BAONPDX

“The Thorns are in discussions with forward Sophia Wilson, who has a player option for 2026.”

Laila Harbert's loan (Arsenal) expired at the end of 2025 season.
Kaitlyn Torpey, Nicole Payne, Naomi Powell and Olivia Katoa will enter free agency.

✍️: @phuocerman.bsky.social
Sophia Wilson Contract Update and the Portland Thorns announce 2025 end of season roster updates
Could Sophia Wilson be returning to the Rose City?
stumptown-footy.ghost.io
December 2, 2025 at 8:21 PM
MASSIVE NWSL UPDATE: Sophia Wilson's contract status #BAONPDX

“The Portland Thorns are in discussions with forward Sophia Wilson, who has a player option for 2026.”

This is the first time the club has publicly provided an update on the #USWNT Superstar.

www.allforxi.com/general/1099...
The Portland Thorns are ‘in discussions’ with USWNT superstar Sophia Wilson
Could Sophia Wilson be returning to the NWSL’s Portland Thorns?
www.allforxi.com
December 2, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Another start for Portland Thorns defender Jayden "JP" Perry in the U-23 USWNT's 4-2 win over England's U-23 #BAONPDX

Goals
⚽️ 2' - Emeri Adames #WitnessTheReign
⚽️ 44' - Maddie Dahlien #WitnessTheReign
⚽️ 57' - Sarah Weber #RacingLou
⚽️ 72' - Ally Sentnor (2nd consecutive match) #KCBABY

📸 USYNT
December 1, 2025 at 10:39 PM
The Portland Thorns Captain, Midfielder, and, Superstar has been nominated for the 2025 U.S. Soccer Female Player of the Year #BAONPDX #NWSL

Nominees: Emily Fox, Sam Coffey, Rose Lavelle, Alyssa Thompson and Catarina Macario
December 1, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Hey All!

As I celebrated Thanksgiving on Thursday & another Birthday today…

Cannot begin to express my gratitude for all your support of @allforxi.bsky.social (1st season) and @stumptownfooty.bsky.social (3rd season).

I promise, I gave it all I had for 2025, & will do even more in 2026.

🫶
Phuoc
a woman in a black top is smiling and says thank you
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November 29, 2025 at 9:59 PM
The Portland Thorns midfield in the past 24 hours #BAONPDX

🌹 Jessie Fleming 150 caps with #CANWNT
🌹 Olivia Moultrie 3rd goal in two international matches
🌹 Sam Coffey four straight #USWNT camps with a goal contribution

📸: @kelseybaker.bsky.social
November 29, 2025 at 6:40 PM
ICYMI: Portland Thorns’ Pietra Tordin and Jayden “JP” Perry both made the start today for the U-23 USWNT in a 1-0 win over Slovakia’s senior national team #BAONPDX

KC Current Star Ally Sentnor scored the game-winner in the 5’ #KCBABY

📸: U.S. Soccer YNT
November 29, 2025 at 4:38 AM
The Portland Thorns TODAY with #USWNT
Olivia Moultrie Goal ✅
Sam Coffey Assist ☑️

#BAONPDX
SAM COFFEY THREADS THE NEEDLE FOR A CAT MACARIO GOAL 🪡
November 29, 2025 at 1:57 AM
Another USWNT match, another goal for Portland Thorns superstar, Olivia Moultrie. #BAONPDX

How does three goals in the last two sound? #USWNT
ROSE LAVELLE TO OLIVIA MOULTRIE LESS THAN TWO MINUTES INTO THE GAME!!!! 😱🇺🇸
November 29, 2025 at 12:28 AM
"The result of ownership wanting to take the club in a different direction." - Willamette Week #BAONPDX

This next hire will tell you everything you need to know about the club's ambitions.

Will owners allow Jeff Agoos & Front Office to spend big on a head coach, if that's the path they choose?
November 26, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Reposted by Phuoc Nguyen (Fook Win) ✍️
Stumptown Radio: Emergency Podcast Edition - Portland Thorns and Rob Gale part ways #BAONPDX

What's next for the club? @phuocerman.bsky.social and @melinae07.bsky.social discuss - including a few potential candidates.

FOR PAID SUBS (Available For All Later)
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Stumptown Radio: Emergency Podcast Edition - Portland Thorns and Rob Gale part ways
The Portland Thorns made a 'surprise' move this evening when they announce the departure of head coach Rob Gale. Phuoc Nguyen and Melina Gaspar react to the news and more.
stumptown-footy.ghost.io
November 26, 2025 at 6:34 PM