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Portland Fire Returns, Draws 13,500 Fans, Unveils Pink Logo

5/9/2026

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The Portland Fire WNBA expansion team returned this season, reviving the original franchise.
Sylvia Crawley, who won the 2000 inaugural jump ball, said the archives honor former players.
The first home preseason game drew 13,550 fans as the Sparks beat Portland 85–75.
Marketing vice president Kimberly Veale, who launched the Golden State Valkyries, will blend historic elements with a new logo and pink accents.

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Story summary

The Portland Fire WNBA expansion team returned this season, reviving the original franchise.
Sylvia Crawley, who won the 2000 inaugural jump ball, said the archives honor former players.
The first home preseason game drew 13,550 fans as the Sparks beat Portland 85–75.
Marketing vice president Kimberly Veale, who launched the Golden State Valkyries, will blend historic elements with a new logo and pink accents.