PORTLAND, Ore. — A new women's soccer team inspired by Portland's riot grrrl legacy will launch in May 2026, joining the USL W League.

Portland Cherry Bombs FC was announced Tuesday by COLLiDE Sport, marking the organization's fourth team. COLLiDE is a creative incubator and marketing agency that owns and operates a family of companies across sports and entertainment. The club joins the Portland Pickles baseball team, Portland Bangers FC and Lake County Captains in COLLiDE's portfolio.

"We built the Cherry Bombs to embody everything that makes Portland electric, fearless creativity, unapologetic individuality, and the belief that sports can be a canvas for culture," said Alan Miller, president of COLLiDE. "This team isn't just joining the W League, it's detonating a new era for women'

See Full Page