The Canton High School Athletic Department is thrilled to announce that Tommy Vaughan- class of 2020- recently signed his National Letter of Intent to continue his academic and lacrosse career at Cabrini University in Pennsylvania- just outside of Philadelphia. Vaughan was surrounded by his supportive and proud family during the ceremony- which was held at his home due to the current social distancing guidelines.
Vaughan has been a much decorated member of the Boys Lacrosse program here at CHS since transferring from Xaverian Brothers High School to become a Bulldog in the fall of 2018. Between CHS and XBHS, Vaughan was a four-year varsity player. Vaughan was named to the Hockomock League All-Star team for the 2019 season which saw him break the Bulldog single season scoring record notching 86 total points while netting 66 goals. These are absolutely amazing numbers. His epic season led towards him being elected captain for the 2020 season that sadly never happened. It is clear to anyone who follows CHS boys lacrosse that Tommy was set to have a remarkable final campaign for the Bulldogs. Vaughan's prowess extended onto the ice in the winter where he helped the Bulldogs earn back-to-back State Championships.
Vaughan's coach during his record-breaking junior year season was Bill Bendell-who retired after last season after 16 years at the helm of the CHS Boy Lacrosse program. Bendell praised Vaughan upon hearing the news about Cabrini-
"Tommy is one of the most talented lacrosse players I have ever coached. He had a tremendous season for us last year and did everything we asked him to do. Tommy's unbelievably strong work ethic and preparation along with his unparalleled stick skills gave him a healthy self-confidence and swagger that really elevated our play as a team. Tommy played his best in our biggest games- including key wins in the regular season over a previously undefeated King Philip team, Mansfield, and Scituate along with clutch performances in both playoff games. I am really proud of Tommy's growth on and off the field at CHS and I look forward to his continued success at the collegiate level."
Vaughan isn't heading to just your average college men's lacrosse program. Cabrini University Men's Lacrosse team were Division 3 National Champions in 2019 posting a record of 22-2 en route to the title- defeating Amherst College in the National Championship game. The team was off to a 4-1 start this spring, before the remainder of the season was canceled. Vaughn is certainly joining a high-level lacrosse program.
Vaughan with his proud parents and two brothers
Vaughan had this to say upon his official signing-
"The past few years at Canton High School and growing up and playing Lacrosse in Canton have been a dream come true. Thanks to all of my Canton Youth Lacrosse coaches, Canton High School coaches, and Laxachusetts coaches and to all of my family and friends and teammates. I'm extremely proud to continue playing at Cabrini University."
The entire Bulldog Athletic community is proud of Tommy and excited to watch his journey continue at Cabrini. They are getting a truly special Bulldog. Best of luck Tommy!
