Bay FC HubBay FC NWSL have announced their initial 2026 preseason roster with 24 players. The team expects to add more players, including international signings Keira Barry and Anouk Denton.
What happened?
Bay FC finished last in the NWSL in scoring in 2025 with 26 goals in 26 matches. Rachel Hill's move to Racing Louisville deepened the need for a proven scorer.
Why it matters for Bay FC NWSL
First-year head coach Emma Coates wants to build a team that can compete for championships year on year. The club has financial flexibility, but players now have more control over their destinations.
What comes next?
Coates expects more moves before the team's March 14 season opener. Bay FC have rarely landed impact talent via free agency or international transfer, losing players like Deyna Castellanos and Savy King.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| 2025 NWSL record | 4-14-8 |
| Goals scored in 2025 | 26 |
| Preseason roster size | 24 |
The team will start the season without veteran center backs Emily Menges and Abby Dahlkemper, who are on maternity leave. Goalkeeper Camryn Miller was the lone non-roster invite. Bay FC have just two goalkeepers on the roster after Leah Freeman signed with San Diego and Melissa Lowder became a free agent.
