PORTLAND — Former U.S. staff defender and Corridor of Famer Jeff Agoos was named the brand new president of soccer operations and basic supervisor for the Portland Thorns on Tuesday.
Agoos replaces Karina LeBlanc, who has moved on to an govt place with the Bhathal household’s RAJ Sports activities, which owns the Nationwide Ladies’s Soccer League membership and an growth WNBA staff set to begin play in 2026.
Agoos was a defender for the USA over 15 seasons, which included appearances within the 2000 Olympics and the 2002 World Cup.
He additionally had a prolonged profession in Main League Soccer, successful three league titles with D.C. United and two extra with the San Jose Earthquakes. He was inducted into the Nationwide Soccer Corridor of Fame in 2009.
Agoos served as technical director of the New York Pink Bulls from 2007-11 earlier than working in a number of roles for MLS, most lately as senior vp of competitors, operations, and medical.
“I’m honored to be part of such a prestigious club. The Thorns have a renowned legacy, and my focus is to provide the leadership necessary to ensure our on-field success, keeping the team at the top of the league and competing for championships,” Agoos stated in an announcement launched by the Thorns.
Portland additionally introduced that Lucy Rushton, former basic supervisor at Bay FC, and Angus McNab will function strategic advisors to the membership.