VfL Bochum has been granted the license for the upcoming season in the 2. Women's Bundesliga, allowing them to continue their planning for the 2026/27 season. The German Football Association (DFB) has completed the licensing process, and the Bochum women are among the clubs that have met all requirements. The league will start on the weekend of August 1 and 2, with the framework schedules to be published in July. In squad planning, there is good news: striker Nina Lange and center-back Amelie Fölsing have extended their contracts and will remain loyal to VfL Bochum. Additionally, the signing of Adrienne Jordan has been announced, who comes from the USA and brings valuable experience from various European leagues. Unfortunately, Canadian forward Cecilia Way will leave the club after making 24 competitive appearances for Bochum last season. Preparation for the new season begins on June 18 with the first training session, followed by fitness tests. Head coach Kyra Malinowski expressed optimism about the training start and the upcoming challenges. The summer schedule also includes demanding test matches against teams like Bayer Leverkusen's U23 and Bundesliga side 1. FC Köln.