Portland

The University of Portland Pilots embody a legendary soccer tradition, a history of producing world-class athletes, and the proud spirit of their home in "Soccer City, USA," Portland, Oregon. The university's national identity was forged on the pitch, where the women's soccer program built a national dynasty, capturing two NCAA College Cup National Championships, including a perfect, undefeated 23-0-0 season in 2005. The Pilots are a legendary factory for international talent, producing some of the greatest players in the history of the sport, including world all-time leading goal scorer Christine Sinclair and global icon Megan Rapinoe. The men's soccer program boasts its own rich history of success, with a run to the College Cup Final Four and a legacy of producing elite talent like legendary USMNT goalkeeper Kasey Keller. Merlo Field on "The Bluff" stands as one of the historic cathedrals of college soccer, where passionate crowds helped build a dynasty. The Portland Pilots represent the pinnacle of collegiate soccer success, a program that has not only won championships but has also shaped the very landscape of the sport in America.