Jake Berry joined LFC as the head coach in January of 2025.

Berry is a current assistant coach at Liberty University. His coaching journey also includes time at Campbell University and Belmont Abbey College. 

Before his coaching career, Jake was a standout goalkeeper at Messiah University, contributing to three national championship victories. His experience as a player and coach brings a unique blend of strategy, resilience, and a championship mindset to our team. 

"I am most excited about the opportunity to help the Lynchburg soccer community grow and unify. This includes bringing together local universities, youth clubs, and the many individuals in the area who love and have played the game. Soccer is more than a sport—it’s a means of connecting people, and I look forward to fostering those connections and creating a strong, united soccer culture in Lynchburg.

Berry and his wife Christie live in Lynchburg.

Berry at a Glance
•    Liberty University Associate Head coach from 2020-2025, and is currently an assistant coach still.
•    Assistant Coach for 2017 Premiere Development League Champion Charlotte Eagles; spent three years as an assistant coach and Director of Coaching with the USL and soccer ministry team friom 2015-17
•    Carolina Conference Staff of the Year at Belmont in 2017
•    Assistant Coach for his alma mater Messiah during their 2013 NCAA Division III National title run
•    Goalkeeper on three National Championship teams in 2009, 2010 and 2012, earning all-conference honors in 2010 and 2011