Hailing from North Carolina, Lassiter has a strong connection to the local community and brings a wealth of experience to his new role. He is a proud alum of NC State University, where he honed his skills and developed his passion for the beautiful game. Lassiter's journey from his roots in North Carolina to becoming a standout player in Major League Soccer (MLS) has captured the hearts of soccer enthusiasts across the state.
As a prolific forward, Lassiter played a pivotal role in the early years of MLS, leaving an indelible mark on the league's history. His impressive record of accomplishments includes holding the MLS single-season scoring record with 27 goals until it was recently broken in 2018. Lassiter's impact extends beyond club soccer as he enjoyed a successful career with the US Men's National Team, representing his country for a remarkable eight years. As a testament to his exceptional talent, Lassiter was selected as a three-time MLS All-Star and won the MLS Cup Championship in 1997 with D.C. United. His achievements also brought him close to representing the United States in the FIFA World Cup as he was selected as an alternate member of the 1998 World Cup team in France. This recognition speaks to his consistent excellence and prominence within Major League Soccer. In recognition of all his significant contributions, Lassiter was inducted into the North Carolina Soccer Hall of Fame in 2011. This honor further solidifies his esteemed reputation within the North Carolina soccer community.
Roy Lassiter's influence on the sport extends to his family as well. His son, Ariel Lassiter, is currently playing for CF Montréal and is now in his eighth year in Major League Soccer. This family connection reflects the Lassiter legacy in American soccer and underscores their deep-rooted passion for the game.
Prior to joining Carolina Core FC, Lassiter had an impressive coaching career - spanning over 22 years. His commitment to youth development and passion for shaping young talents has been widely recognized and admired throughout the soccer community. His extensive background includes:
- Director of Coaching and Methodology of Coastal Premier Alliance FC
- Head Coach of the Houston Dynamo U-20 team
- record of 8(W)-1(T)-1(L) in 2022
- record of 7(W)-2(T)-0(L) in 2023
- lost only one game in the two seasons as Head Coach
- Assistant Coach Houston Dynamo 2
- Interim Assistant Coach for Houston Dynamo First Team
- coached the final five games of 2022
- record of 2(W)-0(T)-2(L)
- Assistant Coach of U-20 Men's Youth National Team Appearance
- USSF "A" and USSF "A" Senior Licensure, showcasing his dedication to professional coaching