NWSL opens investigation of Bay FC following reports of a ‘toxic’ work environment
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, National Women’s Soccer League Commissioner Jessica Berman said. Two former players, who were not named in the Chronicle’s report, described the team environment as toxic, and two former Bay FC employees agreed with the assessment. “Based on information that has come to our attention, a review is underway by an independent third party and we’re very confident that the system we have in place will ensure that we surface the issues that need to be addressed, and that we’ll continue to work with all of our clubs, our technical staffs and our players to make sure that we’re achieving our goal of creating a safe, healthy working environment.” There was no timeline set for the league’s review. Four former employees and two former players told the Chronicle they chose to leave the San Jose-based team after its inaugural season last year because of Montoya.
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