Bay FC criticizes San Jose Earthquakes for hiring Gavin Wilkinson
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Bay FC has condemned the San Jose Earthquakes for appointing Gavin Wilkinson as a consultant until the end of the season. The decision has sparked backlash, particularly due to Wilkinson's controversial history during his tenure with the Portland Timbers and Thorns, which included accusations highlighted in the Yates Report regarding systematic abuse and failure to address domestic violence allegations. Following the announcement, some Earthquakes fans have expressed their discontent with visible protests. Head coach Bruce Arena refrained from commenting on the hire, advising inquiries to the team president.
- •Bay FC denounces Earthquakes' hiring of Gavin Wilkinson.
- •Wilkinson's past includes allegations detailed in the Yates Report.
- •Some Earthquakes fans protested with a 'GW OUT' banner.
- •Bruce Arena did not comment directly on Wilkinson's hiring.
- •San Jose Earthquakes share PayPal Park with Bay FC.
- 6:43 PMESPN Soccer — Bay FC blasts Quakes' hiring of ex-Portland exec
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Bay FC statement denounces San Jose Earthquakes' hiring of Gavin Wilkinson
"Bay FC criticized the San Jose Earthquakes' hiring of Gavin Wilkinson as a consultant, telling ESPN that "the actions and history associated with Wilkinson's time in professional soccer are inconsistent with the standards we hold."
"Bay FC has denounced the San Jose Earthquakes for their recent hire of Gavin Wilkinson as a consultant until the end of the season.
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External links- ESPN SoccerAug 19, 2026, 6:43 PMBay FC blasts Quakes' hiring of ex-Portland exec
Bay FC criticized the San Jose Earthquakes' hiring of Gavin Wilkinson as a consultant, telling ESPN that "the actions and history associated with Wilkinson's time in professional soccer are inconsistent with the standards we hold."
- Yahoo SportsAug 19, 2026, 4:00 PMBay FC statement denounces San Jose Earthquakes' hiring of Gavin Wilkinson
Bay FC has denounced the San Jose Earthquakes for their recent hire of Gavin Wilkinson as a consultant until the end of the season.
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