Portland Thorns GK Bella Bixby out for season – placed on SEI list

The Portland Thorns’ all-time leader in clean sheets will be out for the 2026 NWSL Season.

PORTLAND, OREGON - SEPTEMBER 20: Bella Bixby #1 of Portland Thorns FC warms up before a game against the San Diego Wave FC at Providence Park on September 20, 2025 in Portland, Oregon. (Photo by Amanda Loman/NWSL via Getty Images) | NWSL via Getty Images

Today, the Portland Thorns announced that goalkeeper Bella Bixby will be placed on the season-ending injury (SEI) list.

“Bixby sustained an injury to her left knee during pre-season training in Santa Barbara.”

“The club will now focus on providing world-class care, recovery, and rehabilitation support for Bella over the next months.”

In 2025, Bixby became the club’s all-time leader in shutouts.

“I am saddened to share that my 9th season is over before it’s really even begun. During preseason with the team, I suffered an ACL tear.”

“I am devastated at the timing of this injury – I worked tirelessly to get back physically and mentally after starting my family.”

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