Christian Castro is the head coach of the King University Tornado women’s soccer program. He was announced as the new leader of the program with a strong track record of program transformation, player development, and competitive success at both the NCAA and NJCAA levels.

Recent Seasons as Head Coach

• In his first season at King, Castro led the Tornado to 6 wins overall and 4 conference wins, establishing a solid foundation for the program while emphasizing tactical clarity, resilience, and holistic student-athlete development.

Pre-King Coaching Experience

Castro arrives at King after seven years of coaching experience, including five seasons in the collegiate ranks. He began his collegiate coaching career at NCAA Division III Saint Elizabeth University, where he served as assistant coach and Head of Individual Development. There, he helped guide the team to its best season in program history.

He then moved to Sussex County Community College, where he rebuilt both the men’s and women’s programs from the ground up. He transformed the men’s team from a winless season into regional playoff contenders and laid a strong foundation for the women’s program.

Most recently, Castro served as head coach for both the men’s and women’s teams at Ecclesia College. He guided the program to its first NCCAA National Championship berth since 2019 and achieved the school’s highest-ever ranking. His teams have been recognized for their resilience, teamwork, and rapid progress.

A USSF B License candidate, Castro is known for his recruiting abilities, tactical acumen, and commitment to building strong team cultures rooted in character and performance. He has mentored under UEFA and USSF A-licensed coaches.

Castro brings dynamic leadership, a holistic approach to player development, and a clear vision for competing at a high level while building a Christ-honoring program to King University.