Bay FC snapped up 19‑year‑old midfielder Kennedy Fuller from Angel City in a deal worth $520,000. Fuller, who began her NWSL career as a 16‑year‑old rookie, has already netted two goals and supplied two assists this season. The transfer signals Bay’s intent to overhaul a squad that sits 13th in the league in 2026 now.

Bay FC coach Emma Coates praised Fuller as “a superb young talent” whose creativity will boost the club’s attack. Bay currently occupies 13th place, two points behind Angel City, and Coates’ first season will test whether the new acquisitions can push the team out of the bottom of the table. Hutton also joins the squad.

Fuller’s move delivers Angel City $500,000 in intra‑league transfer funds and $20,000 in allocation money, while Bay secures an international roster spot for the rest of 2026. The deal also reflects the league’s secondary window, which opens July 14 for international moves but allows intra‑league transactions anytime until Oct. 8.

Fuller’s acquisition marks a strategic push by Bay FC to rebuild around young talent and climb the standings. With a roster that now includes two promising U.S. internationals, the club aims to convert depth into results. The transfer underscores the growing competitiveness of the NWSL and the importance of developing homegrown players.