Jackson Castro

Jackson Castro (born December 24, 2002) is an American soccer player who plays for Forward Madison in USL League One.

Early life Castro played youth soccer with Solar SC.

College career In 2021, Castro began attending Creighton University, where he played for the men's soccer team. During his sophomore season, he was named the Big East Conference Offensive Player of the Week on two occasions, before being named to the All-Big East Second Team at the end of the season. In 2023, he was named to the All-Big East First Team. Ahead of his senior season in 2024, he was named to the Big East All-Preseason Team. At the end of the season, he was once again named to the All-Big East First Team. After the season, he was invited to participate in the MLS College Showcase.

Club career In 2021 and 2022, Castro played with Chicago FC United in USL League Two. In 2023, he played with Bavarian United SC. In February 2024, Castro signed with Vermont Green FC in USL League Two. On June 26, 2024, he scored two goals in a 5-0 victory over Boston City FC.

In February 2025, he signed a professional contract with Whitecaps FC 2 in MLS Next Pro for the 2025 season, with an option for 2026. In June and July 2025, he signed a series of short-term loans with the Vancouver Whitecaps FC first team. On July 4, 2025, he made his MLS debut for the Whitecaps, in a substitute appearance, against the LA Galaxy.

Castro signed with USL League One club Forward Madison FC prior to the 2026 season.

Personal life Castro is the son of former professional soccer player Diego Castro.