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Caiya Hanks returns from injury for Portland Thorns vs Orlando Pride

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 5:00 PM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Caiya Hanks returns from injury for Portland Thorns vs Orlando Pride

Summary

Portland Thorns forward Caiya Hanks has been removed from the season-ending injury list. The USWNT U-23 player is set to be available for selection in the Thorns' upcoming match against Orlando Pride this Saturday. Hanks suffered an ACL injury on June 15, 2025, and has been sidelined for 14 months. Before her injury, she had made 11 appearances for the Thorns, contributing three goals. Hanks also trained with the USWNT U-23 team and played two friendlies against Germany in June 2025.

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Status Watch

•Caiya Hanks removed from season-ending injury list.
•Set to play against Orlando Pride this Saturday.
•Hanks suffered ACL injury on June 15, 2025.
•Recorded three goal contributions in 11 appearances before injury.
•Trained with USWNT U-23 team and played friendlies vs Germany.

Latest Updates

5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Portland Thorns and USWNT U-23 forward Caiya Hanks removed from season-ending injury list, available for selection vs Orlando Pride

What they're saying

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The Portland Thorns rookie sensation, and forward Caiya Hanks is back. The winger earned a USWNT U-23 call-up last March alongside the senior team. She was knocking on the door prior to her injury.
— Yahoo Sports

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