Our Team

I have worked in the soccer industry for 20+ years as a club coach, private soccer trainer, and ODP coach. I have worked with all age groups, genders, and players at the recreational, select, and academy levels.

Soccer training is my passion, so I have put together a program, along with my staff, to help young players reach their full potential as soccer players.

The program's foundation is that 1A Soccer trainers guide young players in learning the skills that will make them more technical soccer players. 

When the players bring the right attitude and enthusiasm, we can provide the necessary training and extra motivation.

1 A Soccer trainers use state-of-the-art exercises. We pride ourselves on always studying the latest youth soccer training methods: repetition, explicit instruction (on the how and why, making practice fun, and teaching players how to self-train.

This combination will help the players build the confidence to use their skills in practice and games. 

All of the 1A Soccer coaching staff and I believe that experience counts.

Favorite Quote: “Whatever you do some of the time you will do all of the time.”

I am currently not taking new clients.

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Chris Brown, Owner/Head Coach

Coach David Brathwaite - Trainer

I am from Richardson, and I’m a very family-oriented man. I love all sports and the tactics behind them. I am currently a golf enthusiast though I am bad at it.

Soccer Experience :

  • I played UPSL in California

  • I played Semi-pro in Spain

  • Playing in USL 2 in Round Rock

  • International Team Candidate for BVI

Education :

  • Degree in Criminology and Sociology from Arkansas State University

  • USSF Grassroots License

Coaching Experience :

  • Film Analysis Assistant for High-school in Memphis

Favorite Quote: "Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.” - Tim Notke.

Coach Vanessa - Trainer

I grew up here in Austin, Texas. I’ve been playing soccer since I was three years old. I’ve been training at 1A Soccer since 2017, and working since 2019 where I have worked directly under Coach Chris. Outside of soccer, I love spending time with my family and exploring the city.

Soccer Experience:

  • Austin Texans Soccer Club

  • FC Westlake

  • Hendrickson HS Varsity Alumni

  • University of Texas Permian Basin

  • Concordia University Texas Alumni

Coaching Experience:

  • Private lessons 

  • Been a part of the 1A Soccer family since 2019.

Education:

  • Pursuing a Bachelors in Kinesiology

  • NASM Certified Personal Trainer

  • NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist

1A Soccer Fitness - Powered by Coach Evan

Dr. Evan Lessuk D.C., C.P.T., S.T.Y.S.

Education:
D.C Cleveland Chiropractic College, December 1994.
Honors: Who Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges
S.A.C.A. for Outstanding Service 1992, Delta Tau Alpha Scholastic
Honor Society, Certificate(s) of Appreciation: S.O.T. Club, Technique Club, Research Club, Library / Audio Visual Committee
South Texas Youth Soccer certified (USYS).
24-hour Olympic lifting certification program.
Athletics and Fitness Association of America C.P.T.
Taoist Institute 2nd degree/instructor.

Practical Experience:
Father of Elizabeth Annabelle Lessuk (since 2008 ongoing).
Assistant soccer coach Courage GSA rec. league (2021).
Assistant soccer coach Falcons 3rd in region AYSO (2019, 20).
Elite Trainer 24 Hour Fitness (over 80,000 hours. Does not include private clients).
Athletic testing of high school athletes Newberry Health Club.
3 times all stare P.S.L. All City (N.Y.C), P.A.L. Manhattan All Stars, Big Apple Games.
American Federation of Motorcyclists road racing F4.

My extensive clinical, and practical experience and knowledge allow a comprehensive and positive impact on an athlete’s performance.

***Please bring running shoes and soccer shoes to your training session with Coach Evan

1A Goalkeeping - Powered by Coach Justin

Soccer Experience:

New Mexico ODP player
Hardin Simmons University NCAA DIV III
Colorado State University-Pueblo Colorado DII\
ABQ Asylum Semi-Pro
Goalkeeper New Mexico AUFC 86
4X NM State Champion
2004 2nd place in US Youth Soccer Region IV Championship US Youth Soccer Regional Tournament
Semi-Finalist every year in Region IV US Youth Soccer Regional Tournament
National-ranked goalkeeper and club team
Played USL semi-pro

Education: 

  • MBA - Strategic Business Management, University of the South West 12/2014

  • BA - is- Management Information Systems, New Mexico State University - 12/2011

Coaching Experience: 
GK Director of Coaching for Various Clubs
US Soccer National D license
US Soccer Goalkeeping license
US Soccer Grass roots

Favorite Quote: Train Hard, Win Easy

Soccer Experience :

  • 10 years of playing experience, 5 of those years professionally between outdoor and indoor as a goalkeeper.

Coaching Experience :

  • 9 Years of coaching experience as a youth coach

  • US Soccer National D license

Favorite Quote: “Before kids can play like a pro they must enjoy playing the game like a kid.”

Coach Michael - Trainer

Coach Ricky- Trainer

I’m from NYC and have been passionate about soccer since I was young, with Manchester United as my favorite club and Cristiano Ronaldo as my football icon. Aside from soccer, I have a love for anime and films. 

Soccer Experience: • Division 3 at Emerson College • DIFL in New Delhi, India • Baichung Bhutia Football Academy • TEAM B in the GD Goenka Trident Tournament • Preferred position: Left wing 

Coaching Experience: • YMCA Youth Soccer Coach • Sportball Youth Coach 

Education: • Bachelor’s Honours in Film and Screen Studies • NASM Certified Personal Trainer

Favorite Quote: Sometimes the best training is to rest! - Cristiano Ronaldo


I was originally born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and grew up in Austin, Texas. Growing up in Austin, I have been fortunate enough to be involved in the soccer culture and it’s truly humbling when you learn what this game provides on and off the field for everyone. Apart from coaching, I also work for Austin FC in the retail department and the Verde Store on match days.

Soccer Experience
Former Men’s soccer player at the University of Mary Hardin Baylor (UMHB) & LeTourneau University
Captain of United Premier Soccer League (UPSL) team Bell County
Austin Bold, United Soccer League (USL)( Academy)
Lonestar Development Academy (DA) & Elite Clubs National League (ECNL)
Texas Olympic Development Program Team (ODP), Region IV Team

Education
Pursuing BA in Finance at the University of Mary Hardin Baylor.
Accepted to Graduate school at UMHB where I will be pursing an MBA in Data Analytics.

Coaching Experience
Youth Soccer All-American Coach
2010-12 Boys Youth Soccer All-American Champion, 2011-13 Girls Youth Soccer All-American Runner-Up
Trainer at 1A Soccer
Former small group Coach at SGA, Sonny Guadarrama Academy, All Ages up to U23
Assistant Coach for Bell County FC playing in the United Premier Soccer League. (UPSL)

Favorite Quote
“Let the wise hear and increase in learning, and the one who understands obtains guidance.”

Coach Sebastian - Trainer

Coach Ray - Trainer & 1A Video Expert

Soccer Experience:
40 years of soccer experience.
2-time City Championships.
3-time State Cup Finalist.
1975 MVP of Livermore City Championship.
Italia “78,” San Francisco Soccer Football League.

Coaching Experience:
Started coaching in the 1980s (40+ years of experience).
USSF C license.
Head Coach at Monache High School in Porterville, CA.
Club coach for several teams in the DWF metroplex, compiling 19 championships & three finalist awards.
Club coach at West Coast Fury (2013-2016).
Notable alumni: current Texas Longhorns Lexi Missimo, Trinity Byars, Ashlyn Miller, Lauren Lapomarda, Hannah Waesch and USWNT player Jaedyn Shaw.

Professional Career:
Radio and television broadcaster for 40 years.
Five years of radio/television play-by-play announcing for FC Dallas (MLS).
19 years of radio/television announcing at SMU (Basketball, soccer, and football).