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

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

There did not appear to be any clouds lingering over the team after last week’s news that its head coach was being investigated by the NWSL.

Montreal native Bianca St-Georges was on the receiving end of a long ball from goalkeeper Mandy McGlynn as temperatures dipped below 40 degrees early in Utah's 1-1 draw with Bay FC.