Thank you and Congratulations Coach Jake
Hollywood FC Clubwide Announcement
Hollywood FC is proud to share that Jake Castro has accepted the role of Assistant Coach with Brown University Women’s Soccer, competing in the Ivy League out of Providence, Rhode Island.
During Jake’s time at Hollywood FC, the club has undergone significant growth and alignment across all areas of development. His contributions include the restructuring of staff roles and curriculum, the creation and implementation of the club’s Individual Development Plan (IDP) program, and the establishment of a development-based training and competition model that supports long term player growth. This work helped define a clear pathway from grassroots soccer through the pre-professional level.
Under his leadership, Hollywood FC invested in professional resources, including the development of an in-house strength and conditioning facility and program, the expansion of coach education initiatives with dozens of staff earning US Soccer and European coaching certifications, and the continued evolution of the club’s vision, values, and guiding principles.
At the pre-professional level, the club achieved its highest USL finish in program history under Jake’s leadership as Head Coach. Through this work on the field and his role in developing the club’s overall structure and long-term development plan, Jake played a direct role in Hollywood FC’s acceptance into the USL Academy League as a new, independent franchise, completing a sustainable pathway that connects youth development to the collegiate and professional game.
Jake’s move to Brown University reflects both his personal professional growth and the strength of the environment at Hollywood FC. Over the past few seasons, the club has supported multiple staff members in advancing to the highest levels of collegiate soccer, reinforcing Hollywood FC’s commitment to developing not only players but also coaches and leaders. This follows the success of Coach Justin DeSousa, whose Bryant Bulldogs are currently ranked among the top 10 in NCAA Division I men’s soccer, further highlighting the caliber of staff developed within the club.
Hollywood FC remains fully committed to continuity, stability, and continued growth. The systems, staff structure, and development pathway in place will continue to serve our players and families as we move forward. Coach Jake will continue to support the transition behind the scenes to ensure that key processes, standards, and long-term initiatives remain aligned and are carried forward effectively.
Transition & Contacts Going Forward
Club Administration & Finance
- Player tryouts and contracts, all coaching, and financial matters
→ Tom (Executive Director and Treasurer) tom@hollywoodfc.com
→ Mauro (Director of Soccer and President) mauro@hollywoodfc.com
- Registrations, billing, payments, credits
→ Nicole (Registrar and Vice President) nicole@hollywoodfc.com
Soccer Operations
- Scheduling, training, coverages, player placement, and on-field matters
→ Coach Gaby (Girls Program and Office work) gaby@hollywoodfc.com
→ Coach Kevyn (Boys Program and Office work) kevyn@hollywoodfc.com
→ Copy Tom and Mauro on everything
We are grateful for Jake’s impact and leadership and wish him continued success in this next chapter.
Coach Tom Tianich
Executive Director & Volunteer Treasurer
Hollywood FC | EST. 1985
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