Interview with new Thorns coach Mike Norris

The Portland Thorns are back from Bend, and the 2023 preseason is well underway. On the docket: trying to pick up the pieces after Rhian Wilkinson’s resignation, navigating the team’s sale after a flurry of off-field scandals, and repeat as NWSL champions. On this week’s episode of Soccer Made in Portland, new Thorns coach Mike Norris joins the show to discuss the team’s trip to Bend, how the group is gelling so far, his journey to becoming a first-year head coach, and a health update on reigning NWSL MVP Sophia Smith. Plus, at long last, the NWSL schedule is coming Wednesday. Timestamps: (0:00 - full time) Mike Norris interview -- Ryan Clarke, [email protected], Twitter: @RyanTClarke Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices