Brandi Kruse Says Security Ejected 20 Fans Over XX-XY Shirts at Portland Thorns Match
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Updated · Fox News · Oct 27
Brandi Kruse Says Security Ejected 20 Fans Over XX-XY Shirts at Portland Thorns Match
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Oct 27
Summary
Brandi Kruse said stadium security removed her group of about 20 women from a Portland Thorns match after they wore XX-XY shirts and displayed a "Save Women's Sports" banner.
Three days later, Kruse said neither security nor the club had explained the ejection, and she claimed nearby fans who shouted at them, hit them with flags and dumped beer were left in the stadium.
Kruse also said OutKick reporter Matt Calkins was assaulted during the confrontation and had his press pass ripped off by a security guard.
The Thorns said they are committed to a safe and inclusive environment, that security decisions are handled locally, and that they are reviewing whether policies were applied appropriately and consistently.
The dispute now centers on who ordered the removals at Providence Park, which Kruse said involves the city-owned stadium, operator Peregrine Sports and the NWSL club.
Why were Brandi Kruse and her group expelled after unveiling “Save Women’s Sports” shirts—policy violation, crowd-control decision, or viewpoint-based enforcement?
What do stadium videos and security logs reveal about who escalated the Providence Park clash before activists and a reporter were removed?