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New Thorns owners call sale price 'a bargain,' citing trajectory of women's sports

New Portland Thorns owners Lisa Bhathal Merage and Alex Bhathal consider the NWSL-record $63M price tag "a bargain," according to Kevin Baxter of the L.A. TIMES. Bhathal Merage said the Thorns -- an original NWSL franchise -- are “iconic.” She added, "It's kind of like buying the New ...

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SBJ Morning Buzzcast: May 31, 2024

Friday quick hits; Skipper/Levy behind Unrivaled, to launch in '25 around 3x3 concept; basketball and pickleball show big participation growth in U.S.

Kate Abdo, Ramona Shelburne and a modern day “Heidi Moment”

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