Portland Cherry Bombs Make Club Debut With Official League
PORTLAND, OREGON – Portland has a new spark lighting up its sports scene, and it arrives with noise, attitude, and a vision that feels unmistakably its own. Many local Portland soccer supporters gathered into the Lloyd Center last Tuesday for the reveal of Portland's newest soccer club, who would reveal themselves to be the Portland Cherry Bombs.
As part of their brand reveal the Cherry Bombs teamed up with Official League for a club debut collection of over 20 premium headwear and apparel items. The club name and branding was inspired by the riot grrrl movement of the 1990s that took over the pacific northwest.
“We built the Cherry Bombs to embody everything that makes Portland electric, fearless creativity, unapologetic individuality, and the belief that sports can be a canvas for culture,” said Alan Miller, President of COLLiDE. “This team isn’t just joining the W League, it’s detonating a new era for women’s soccer in the Northwest.”
With this influence and inspiration in mind, Official League crafted a collection designed to match the creativity and individual expression that makes Portland unique. When the curtain dropped to reveal the Cherry Bombs’ identity, the full collection stood ready to bring the crest to life through a lineup of premium new pieces.
Stage Dive Chute
Inspired by the adrenaline of a debut season, this Official League x Cherry Bombs Stage Dive Shute mixes jet-black fabric with retro pink accents and the Cherry Bombs crest at the chest. It captures the rush of stepping onto the field for the first time, built with performance structure and a design that nods to vintage punk aesthetics.
Inaugural First Season Scarf
An essential for supporters in Portland's new red and pink, this knit scarf carries bold lettering and custom patterns that celebrate where the club begins. It’s a standout scarf made for match day noise and the shared moments to come that define a team’s first chapter.
The Kat Driver
Drawing influence from Babes in Toyland, the Kat Driver blends a soft foam front with lightweight mesh backing. It fits right in as a headwear option for multiple occasions. The lining across the front foam showcases the view of the famous Mt. Hood from the heart of Portland.
The Anthem Crewneck
Heavyweight cotton, a relaxed fit, and a stitched Cherry Bombs wordmark front and center make this crewneck an instant fan favorite. Retro striping at the collar and cuffs adds a subtle throwback vibe, keeping the piece connected to the club’s music-driven origins.
The bold, lound energy stitched into each item of Official League's Club Debut Collectionruns through everything the club touches. Their rallying cry, “Strike the Fuse,” captures the electricity they hope to bring to the city and reflects the spark behind their name, inspired by the 1976 anthem “Cherry Bomb” by The Runaways.
The Cherry Bombs are set to begin play in May of 2026, competing in the USL W Northwest division.
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