Lawson Vaughn is a former professional soccer player and elite trainer with many years of experience developing players at every level of the game. As the founder of Flight 1 Soccer, he specializes in helping youth athletes elevate their technical ability, athletic performance, and game intelligence.
A former Major League Soccer (MLS) professional, Lawson played four seasons with Chivas USA and D.C. United, making 51 appearances and 42 starts. His professional experience, combined with a high-level collegiate career, provides players with training rooted in real game demands.
Lawson was a four-year NCAA Division I starter at the University of Tulsa and the University of South Carolina, totaling over 80 career starts. He helped lead Tulsa to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament, competing at the highest level of college soccer.
Before his professional career, Lawson was one of the top youth players in the country. He was named Georgia 5A Player of the Year, NSCAA All-South Region, and Cobb County Player of the Year. He also competed nationally with Stone Mountain Storm, winning multiple state championships and a regional title, and represented the Georgia ODP State Team and Region III Team, serving as a team captain.
Today, Lawson is a Division I women’s college soccer volunteer assistant coach and also serves as the head coach of a top-ranked U11 girls team in Southern California, one of the most competitive youth teams in the region. This dual role allows him to stay deeply connected to both elite college standards and the modern youth development pathway.
Lawson’s approach to training is built on developing the complete player:
He believes soccer is more than a sport—it’s a discipline that builds character, resilience, and competitive excellence.
Every session is designed with purpose and intensity, focused on:
Lawson works with players of all levels—from beginners to collegiate athletes—while tailoring each session to maximize individual growth.
To develop confident, disciplined, and high-performing players who are prepared to compete at the next level—on and off the field.
Train with purpose. Compete with confidence. Elevate your game.
Join Flight 1 Soccer and start your development journey today.
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