The FM sports station serving Portland, Ore., and owned by Audacy that recently replaced a Hot Adult Contemporary brand has become the new flagship radio home for the local Major League Soccer club.
The partnership between KRSK-FM “105.1 The Fan” and the Portland Timbers means the team’s matches will air across both KRSK and KFXX-AM 1080, which comprise the “FAN Sports Network.”
Select matches will air exclusively on either KRSK or KFXX, with a schedule pending. The Timbers’ season kicks off on February 21 against the Columbus Crew.
“We’re extremely excited to partner with the Portland Timbers as we continue delivering the best local sports content and growing the FAN Sports Network,” said Ryan Cooley, Senior Vice President and Market Manager for Audacy in Portland. “Together, we’re committed to delivering high-quality coverage and meaningful access for fans, so The Fan becoming the radio home of the Portland Timbers was a natural fit. We look forward to working closely with the club to enhance the matchday and season-long experience.”
Timbers CEO Heather Davis added, “We are thrilled to partner with 105.1 The Fan, creating a flagship presence for the club on FM radio that will help us engage a broader audience across the region. This new partnership brings fresh energy and excitement to how fans will follow the club on match days and throughout the week on The Fan’s wide variety of local programming.”
With the new agreement, The Fan is launching “Timbers FAN,” a weekly show hosted by Apple TV’s lead MLS play-by-play announcer, Jake Zivin; and The Fan’s midday host, Patrick Harris. The program will feature interviews with players and coaches, as well as updates on the team and T2 squads. “Timbers FAN” will air Tuesdays in the 7pm Pacific hour, starting February 10.
