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Portland Timbers appoint Ned Grabavoy as club technical director

PORTLAND, Ore. – The Portland Timbers today announced that director of scouting and recruitment Ned Grabavoy has been appointed technical director of the club. Grabavoy joined Portland’s technical staff ahead of the 2017 season after a 13-year playing career in MLS, including one season with the Timbers.

“Ned has earned this opportunity through his tireless work ethic and commitment to the club,” said Gavin Wilkinson, general manager and president of soccer for the Timbers. “His transition from player to technical director has been seamless, and his ability and eye for talent has been vital to our sustained success.