Before we welcome what’s next, LET’S recognize the ones who carried us here.
Keepers are the champions of women’s basketball culture in Portland. They’re the coaches, mentors, parents, business owners, and community leaders who refused to let the game fade, who created opportunities, inspired others, and built pathways for more people to grow, play, and thrive.
Keepers don’t just show up; they multiply impact by empowering and strengthening the community through basketball.
Do you know a Keeper?
THE CATALYST
A CURATED MOMENT FOR THE KEEPERS
This November, we’ll host an intimate gathering to honor the Keepers whose dedication has nurtured women’s basketball in Portland and helped pave the way for the continued advancement of women’s sports. The Catalyst will showcase artistic talent, spark cultural conversation, and connect passion with resources — all in celebration of those who have strengthened and expanded the game’s reach in our community.
Help us recognize those who have inspired, supported, and elevated women’s basketball in Portland.
NOMINATE A KEEPER.
Thank you for shining a light on someone who’s helped carry the game forward. Your nomination adds to the collective story of Portland’s women’s basketball. Each submission helps us uncover people whose dedication has lifted the game. By sharing their stories, you ensure their contributions are seen, valued, and carried forward as we celebrate at The Catalyst and continue elevating women’s and girls’ basketball.
COMPLETE THIS FORM TO NOMINATE A KEEPER!
SPECIAL THANK YOU TO THOSE WHO HELPED GET US STARTED.
Empowering underserved athletes of all abilities to thrive through participation in inclusive health, wellness, and sports activities.
Changing the narrative of youth of color through culturally responsive relationships and programs.
Unifying former women’s basketball players to continue to steer and promote women's basketball and sports forward!
Shannon Snail
Rachel Tate-Wong
Molly Fanning
Latanya & Nahli Green
Eric Knox
Jené Morris
Kenzee & Mylee Lawrence
OUR FILM CREW
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TRISTAN UECHTRITZ
Director, Producer, Editor @tristanontape
KEITH DIXON
Director of Photography @keithdixon_dp
ADAM KACHMAN
First Assistant Camera @adamkachman
STARLEE BROWN
Production Assistant
We’re a crew of passionate event and experience producers, hell-bent on turning moments into memories. We believe that with the right intention and effort, an experience can spark a movement. By harnessing passion and nurturing community, that movement is sustained.
The return of the Portland Fire is more than a comeback; it’s a spark that sets the stage for a new era. We seek to honor the Keepers, ignite new energy around girls’ and women’s sports, and empower more people to rise with the tide as the WNBA, the pinnacle of women’s basketball, returns to Portland.
