Gotham FC signs midfielder Tess Boade through 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 7:06 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Gotham FC announced the signing of midfielder Tess Boade on August 20, 2026. Boade, who became a free agent after Bay FC mutually terminated her contract, returns to Gotham, the team that initially drafted her in 2021. She played two-and-a-half seasons with Bay FC, recording three goals and two assists. Boade expressed enthusiasm about rejoining Gotham, citing her respect for the club's play style and commitment to winning. Yael Averbuch West, president of soccer operations for Gotham, praised Boade's NWSL experience and competitive understanding.
- •Tess Boade signed with Gotham FC through the end of the 2026 season.
- •She previously played for Bay FC before her free agency.
- •Boade captained Bay FC in the 2025 season and scored three goals.
- •She initially was drafted by Gotham FC in the 2021 NWSL Draft.
- •Boade has won the NWSL Challenge Cup with North Carolina Courage.
- 7:06 PMYahoo Sports — Gotham FC signs midfielder Tess Boade
"The reigning champions pick up the midfielder whose departure from Bay FC was announced yesterday.
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