Portland Timbers and Thorns volunteer anthem singer Madison Shanley's run of 14 years has ended after she opted not to continue in protest over the organization's handling of multiple allegations of abuse of women by team employees.
Shanley, 27, who wore a shirt with the phrase "You Knew" as she sang the anthem prior to the Timbers-LA Galaxy match, told ESPN that "It comes down to values and integrity. And I know I'm making the right choice when my values and integrity don't align with what's being represented in the front office."
Neither the Timbers/Thorns organization nor Major League Soccer responded to multiple requests for comment following Shanley's announcement.