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Portland Thorns announce Robert Vilahamn as head coach after an extended search.
Vilahamn most recently led Tottenham Hotspur’s women’s team prior to joining Portland.
The appointment follows Vilahamn’s success in Sweden and at BK Häcken.
Thorns aim to implement Vilahamn’s philosophy as they prepare for the 2026 season-opener.
The team is two weeks from its 2026 season opener against Washington Spirit.
Portland fired former head coach Rob Gale in November amid a period of organizational changes.
Vilahamn inherits a Portland squad with a history of success but recent inconsistency.
Vilahamn’s hiring marks a cross-border coaching move with Swedish roots in the NWSL.
The Thorns’ 2026 season-opener is slated for March 13 against the Spirit.
Ownership changes and internal promotions have shaped the Thorns since 2022.

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Upper Kennebec Valley won both boys and girls state titles during the Gold Ball Weekend.
The games were played across Bangor, Augusta, and Portland venues for the state finals.
Portland won Class A with a 76-60 victory led by Cordell Jones.
Gardiner claimed the Class B girls title with a 58-54 win over Yarmouth.
Maranacook and Mattanawcook earned Class C titles with standout 20-20 and 25-point performances.
Levi Laverdiere propelled Monmouth to its Class D title, scoring 33 points.
Chevrus and Lawrence won the Class A boys and B girls titles respectively, with notable clutch performances.
Penobscot captured its second-straight Class D girls title with Lila Cummings’ 15 points and 16 rebounds.
The weekend highlighted programs achieving first-ever state titles in some cases, including Fort Kent and Mattanawcook.
The report credits the championships to a combination of standout players and team depth across divisions.

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Lee says the home crowd's energy is rising and fueling the Hornets' play.
Lee praises Ball's progression and improved footwork on both ends.
Ball's growth is linked to the team’s ability to stay afloat with imperfect shooting.
Ball’s offseason work and staff support are acknowledged as key to improvements.
The Hornets aim to extend a recent five-game stretch with a win over Dallas.
Upcoming road game at Boston follows the Dallas matchup as part of a busy schedule.
Coach praises the team’s ability to fight through stagnation against Portland.
The piece references Ball’s progress as a catalyst for the team’s improved performance.
Local reporter Owen Watterson provides context on Hornets’ cultural identity.
Hornets face a back-to-back, with games against Dallas and Boston on the horizon.

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The Hornets have won four straight and dominated late in the Portland win, signaling a historic hot stretch.
Charlotte leads the NBA in offensive rating at 121.8 and sits atop the league with the best net rating (+11.1).
A five-man unit (Ball/Knueppel/Miller/Bridges/Diabate) has been more efficient than any lineup in 22 years.
The Hornets' red-hot five-man lineup has played 566 possessions, supporting its seriousness on offense.
Experts suggest the team could contend deeper than a first-round exit, given their performance against elite competition.
Charlotte's youth is cited as a flaw, but also a potential springboard for future success.
Analysts compare the Hornets to other top teams from January-February net rating history, highlighting potential upside.
The article projects a potential springboard into a 2026-27 season with high expectations for Charlotte.
The piece notes the Hornets’ bench leadership by Coby White as key to depth.
The article concludes the Hornets could be a live playoff threat with continued momentum.

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