UP alum and Portland Thorns FC forward Christine Sinclair played her last professional game as the Thorns lost to NY/NJ Gotham FC 2-1 Nov. 10 at Red Bull Arena.
Gotham FC, the defending NWSL champions, opened up the scoring in the 67th minute with a goal from defender Tierna Davidson from the center of the box assisted by forward Lynn Williams. The Thorns answered with a header from forward Reilyn Turner but ultimately lost after midfielder Rose Lavelle scored in overtime.
Sinclair, who holds a club-record 65 regular-season goals with the team, was subbed out in the 65th minute and ends her professional career with four goals and one assist on the season.
Maggie Dapp is the Sports Editor at The Beacon. She can be reached at dapp26@up.edu.
