First win of 2025 and Cascadia Clash Preview: Portland Thorns vs Seattle Reign

The biggest day in the NWSL has finally arrived. No, we’re not talking about the postseason, we’re talking about Cascadia rivalry day between the Portland Thorns and Seattle Reign!Stumptown Radio returns with Phuoc, Wilder, and Rocky sharing their thoughts on the Portland Thorns’ first win of the season over Utah Royals. The trio also break down why this edition of the Cascadia derby will look a lot different, what to expect, and why this rivalry is so special and the best in women’s sports.Rob Gale: “There’s important reminders because of what this means to the fans, the rivalry, and the history of that. So Bella [Bixby] and Sam [Coffey] gave a good reminder. The leaders understanding what is on the line in a derby and how it can get heightened.”Laura Harvey: "I love the rivalry.”"It's the game I circle first & foremost." "The thing I love about the Portland-Seattle rivalry most is we hate each other at our core, but we also respect each other in the same breath." This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stumptownfooty.substack.com/subscribe