Mayor Lurie, Bay FC Break Ground on Sports Performance Center on Treasure Island

SAN FRANCISCO – Mayor Daniel Lurie today broke ground on Bay FC’s new state-of-the-art sports performance center on Treasure Island. The groundbreaking marks a significant milestone in Bay FC’s commitment to be a global sports franchise and leader across women’s sports. The latest investment in Treasure Island will further boost economic activity on the island, supporting San Francisco's long-term growth.

The groundbreaking of the new training site on Treasure Island is adding to the excitement around sports in San Francisco and helping to drive the city’s comeback. The city is preparing to host the Laver Cup this weekend, bringing in tennis fans from around the world, and is preparing to welcome professional soccer back to San Francisco, with Golden City Football Club coming to Kezar Stadium. The city’s new WNBA team, the San Francisco Valkyries, is generating excitement and elevating the profile of women’s sports in the region alongside Bay FC.

San Francisco's momentum as a sports city is continuing to drive the city’s economic recovery. Earlier this year, San Francisco hosted the 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend, which generated $328 million in economic impactand drew 142,000 visitors from 40 states and 44 countries. Next year, the Bay Area will host FIFA World Cup matches and Super Bowl LX, bringing an expected $1.4 billion in combined impact.

“Sports are helping drive San Francisco's recovery. And just like San Franciscans show up for our teams, Bay FC has consistently shown up for our city,” said Mayor Lurie. “With this training ground, Bay FC is bringing their team another step closer to their San Francisco fans. As mayor, I want every organization in San Francisco committed to helping our communities—and this team is a shining example.”

The new sports performance center is part of the island’s ongoing revitalization, contributing to the transformation of the former 1939 Golden Gate International Exposition site and longtime U.S. Naval base into a sustainable, mixed-use neighborhood featuring housing, retail, office space, and a community plaza for events and activities. Earlier this week, Mayor Lurie cut the ribbon on San Francisco’s newest park on Treasure Island.

“This is a defining moment not just for Bay FC and women’s soccer in the Bay Area, but for professional women’s sports in the United States,” said Bay FC CEO Brady Stewart. “Treasure Island will be more than just a home for our team—it will be a hub for the community and an inspiring space for the next generation of women athletes. As we enter the next chapter in our journey, our performance center will establish us as a leading global sports franchise. I want to thank the City and County of San Francisco, its elected officials, and its workers for helping us make history.”

“Laying the foundation for our new training facility marks the start of a new era for all of us at Bay FC,” said Bay FC Defender Abby Dahlkemper. “This facility reflects not just the vision and ambition of this club, but just how far professional women’s soccer has come and where it’s headed. Having a facility built specifically for our club will ensure that we can train, grow, and recover exactly the way we need to. I am so excited for the next chapter in our journey and the opportunity to continue inspiring the next generation of athletes across the Bay Area.”

Bay FC's Sports Performance Center will serve as a hub for players, coaches, and football operations staff, featuring three training fields, dedicated sports facilities, and top-notch resources to help athletes reach and maintain peak performance.

Built on 8.5 acres of the 40 acres designated for sports use on Treasure Island, the privately funded project is designed to both elevate professional soccer and strengthen local sports opportunities as part of the island’s redevelopment. The performance center will be one of a few purpose-built training facilities for women’s sports in the country.

“Our players deserve a facility that reflects their talent and ambition,” said Bay Collective CEO Kay Cossington. “Empowering women athletes has been my lifelong mission, and now women’s soccer is taking its next leap that will set higher standards and achieve milestones that will shape the future of the sport. Bay FC’s Performance Center will be a world-class home for the club and serve as a new benchmark for professional women’s soccer. I’m thrilled to be part of this next chapter in the club’s journey.”

The remaining sports-dedicated land will continue to support existing youth programs, ensuring alignment with Bay FC’s commitment to community impact. By integrating with nearby youth and recreational facilities, the sports performance center will also provide an ideal setting for soccer clinics, community events, and activities that connect athletes and fans across the Bay Area.

“Bay FC’s Sports Performance Center is a landmark investment in both women’s sports and the future of Treasure Island,” said District 6 Supervisor Matt Dorsey. “This project reflects San Francisco’s commitment to excellence and opportunity, and will stand as a world-class home for athletes while also strengthening community connections across the Bay Area. I’m proud to celebrate this milestone and excited for the inspiration and economic vitality Bay FC will bring to District 6 and our city.”

“Women’s sports are bringing incredible energy to San Francisco—uniting our region, generating economic benefits, and fueling our city’s economy,” said Anne Taupier, Executive Director of the Office of Economic and Workforce Development. “The fact that Bay FC, the National Women’s Soccer League has chosen to invest here and make San Francisco its permanent home is incredibly exciting. We’re seeing women’s sports take off like never before, and we will continue to support this momentum to cement our city as a premier destination for professional sports.”

“This groundbreaking marks an important day in Treasure Island’s history. Bay FC’s presence on the island, along with new public parks and recreation space, inspire us to reimagine how we can repurpose space in our city to connect communities and to build momentum for the future,” said City Administrator Carmen Chu. “I am especially excited for the partnership between Bay FC and the Life Learning Academy which will create opportunities for youth to further their professional development in the global sports arena.”

Bay FC will continue to expand partnerships with the Treasure Island community. As part of today’s groundbreaking ceremony, Bay FC recognized and reaffirmed its commitment to Life Learning Academy, a public charter high school on Treasure Island that offers a supportive learning environment for students seeking an alternative to large public high schools, by announcing plans to continue hosting Life Learning Academy students as interns across Bay FC’s operations, and a desire to build a health and wellness platform for the school. Bay FC partnered with award-winning design firm Olson Kundig to serve as the architect of record for the sports performance center, and identified current proud partner, Devcon Construction Inc., to lead the project.

Mayor Lurie’s office and Bay FC have worked with the Treasure Island Development Authority and the City Administrator's Office to ensure that the Performance Center integrates into the island’s recreational landscape, strengthening community ties and creating opportunities for youth engagement.

B-roll footage and additional photos of today’s groundbreaking are accessible here. For renderings of the Sports Performance Center, click here.

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