Fresh off securing a historic promotion to the Premier Soccer League [PSL], Hope FC have parted ways with head coach Dylan Deane ahead of their debut campaign in the Motsepe Foundation Championship.
The club confirmed the development on Monday evening, stating that they have chosen to move in a different direction ahead of their first season in the professional ranks.
Hope FC enjoyed a remarkable rise after acquiring the ABC Motsepe League status of Oriented Birds FC prior to the commencement of the 2025/26 SAFA Western Cape ABC Motsepe League season.
In addition, it was a fairytale campaign for the Cape club as they went on to be crowned the Western Cape champions. Their provincial triumph saw them qualify for the 2025/26 SAFA ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs, where they clinched the title to secure automatic promotion to the Motsepe Foundation Championship for the upcoming season.
Deane leaves the club on a high note, having successfully guided them through a memorable campaign that secured their status in the PSL in their first season in the amateur league.
HOPE FC OFFICIAL STATEMENT ON DYLAN DEANE’S DEPARTURE
In an official statement, Hope FC expressed gratitude to the tactician for laying a solid foundation for the future.
“Hope FC can confirm that we have parted ways with head coach Dylan Deane,” the club said.
“In a season that will forever be remembered in the history of our club, Dylan played a significant role in helping guide Hope FC to promotion in our first campaign at ABC Motsepe League level.
“His leadership, commitment, and contribution have helped lay an important foundation for the journey ahead, and for that, we are sincerely grateful. Dylan’s name will forever be part of the story of HOPE FC and the success achieved during this historic chapter.”
“Despite the historic milestone achieved under Deane’s guidance, the club’s hierarchy explained that the decision to split was driven by a desire to reshape the technical team for the challenges of top-flight football.
“As a club, we have made the decision to move in a different direction as we continue to build towards the next phase of our vision and ambitions,” the statement continued.
“We thank Dylan for everything he has given to the club and wish him and his family every success in the future.”
Meanwhile, Hope FC are expected to announce their new technical team setup in due course as they begin preparations for life in the professional tier.
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