ADVERTISEMENT Gray Media, RAJ Sports Launch New Women's Sports RSN in Portland – Rose City SportsNet By: Jason Dachman, Editorial Director, U.S. • Posted on: April 28, 2026 • 2 minute read ADVERTISEMENT Gray Media and RAJ Sports have announced Rose City SportsNet (RCSN), a new network based in Portland focused on women’s sports. Beginning April 29, KPDX FOX 12 Plus will rebrand as Rose City SportsNet, serving as the official local broadcast home of the Portland Fire (WNBA) and the Portland Thorns (NWSL). The network will be available over the air on 49.1 and on most local cable systems on channel 13 or 713. “There is undeniable demand for women’s sports, and for too long, access hasn’t kept pace with that growth,” says Lisa Bhathal Merage, Co-Managing Partner, RAJ Sports and Governor, Portland Fire and Portland Thorns . “Rose City SportsNet is intentionally designed to create a consistent, premium home for these athletes and teams, while setting a new standard for how women’s sports can be seen, valued, and experienced.” “Rose City SportsNet reflects what Portland represents – resilience, creativity, and momentum – and it arrives at a time when women’s sports are leading the evolution of athletics,” says Corey Hanson, Regional Vice-President and General Manager, KPTV FOX 12 . “We’re proud to introduce a network that elevates athletes and teams through premium coverage and meaningful community connection.” “Rose City SportsNet is a first-of-its-kind step, but more importantly, it’s a sustainable one,” says Alex Bhathal, Co-Managing Partner, RAJ Sports and Alternate Governor, Portland Fire and Portland Thorns . “There’s real demand for women’s sports, and this gives us a model that matches that demand with consistent access and long-term value. It’s good for our teams, our partners, and the broader Portland community.” The network launches with the Portland Fire’s first preseason game on April 29 against the Seattle Storm at 7 p.m. PCT, with pregame coverage beginning at 6:30 p.m. Pre- and post-game show Fire Courtside Live will be anchored by KPTV FOX 12 Sports Director Nick Krupke and WNBA veteran Sheri Sam. The Portland Thorns vs. San Diego Wave match will air on KPTV FOX 12 at 7 p.m., with a re-broadcast to follow on RCSN after the Fire game. RAJ Sports will also open a 100,000-square-foot dual-sport women’s performance center, the Kaiser Permanente Performance Center, in 2026, housing both the Portland Fire and the Portland Thorns. 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