Bay FC investigation is proof NWSL system is working

Bay FC begins second season with high expectations despite specter of active NWSL investigation
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
Bay FC Embodies NWSL Teams' Global Ambitions
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.
In scandal-wracked NWSL, there’s no papering over Bay FC, Montoya investigation
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 due to allegations of coaching staff misconduct after Bay FC players complained about bullying and a toxic environment.
Bay FC coach Albertin Montoya addresses NWSL investigation for first time
The NWSL announced it was investigating what one report described as a “toxic” culture under Montoya in Bay FC’s first season.
Bay FC investigation puts cloud over upcoming NWSL season
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.
Bay FC coaching staff faces formal NWSL review amid reports of ‘toxic’ environment
NWSL commissioner says the league felt "confident" in their systems and processes regarding player complaints and investigations.
Bay FC, head coach Albertin Montoya facing NWSL investigation following allegations of toxic work environment
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.
NWSL’s Bay FC under investigation by the league following report of ‘toxic’ work environment claims
The San Francisco Chronicle published an investigation that said at least two formal complaints had been made about the team under coach Albertin Montoya.
NWSL to investigate Bay FC following reports of a ‘toxic' work environment
An investigation has been opened into the coaching staff at Bay FC following a report that described a “toxic” work environment, NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman confirmed.
NWSL formally reviews Bay FC culture, Washington wins Challenge Cup
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Berman: Bay FC investigation is proof NWSL system is working
Last week, the San Francisco Chronicle published an investigation into Bay FC, with two players alleging a “toxic” environment under coach Albertin Montoya. That same day, National Women’s Soccer League commissioner Jessica Berman said that an independent investigation has been opened into the team’s coaching staff.
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