Despite operating under the cloud of an active investigation into coach Albertin Montoya, Bay FC is outwardly projecting confidence and reassurance ahead of its season opener against Utah Royals

In April 2023, the Bay Area was awarded the NWSL's 15th franchise. Former Levi Strauss executive Brady Stewart was hired two months later as Bay FC's CEO and first employee. By the end of the year, the club's headcount hit 80.

The NWSL launched an independent investigation into the Bay FC due to allegations of coaching staff misconduct after Bay FC players complained about bullying and a toxic environment.

The NWSL announced it was investigating what one report described as a “toxic” culture under Montoya in Bay FC’s first season.

NWSL commissioner says the league felt "confident" in their systems and processes regarding player complaints and investigations.

The National Women's Soccer League has launched an investigation into Bay FC and head coach Albertin Montoya following complaints alleging a toxic environment within the team. This development comes after The San Francisco Chronicle first reported former player complaints of the poor culture on Friday.

The San Francisco Chronicle published an investigation that said at least two formal complaints had been made about the team under coach Albertin Montoya.

An independent investigation has been opened into the coaching staff at Bay FC following publication of a report that described a “toxic” work environment at the club

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According to the head coach and team captains of Bay FC, everything is peachy heading into the team’s season opener. The mood, the vibes, the focus. But clearly not everything is great. The NWSL has launched an independent investigation into the second-year team,