It was difficult for Humboldt coach John Pucci to believe that Oo, whom he coached last year as a sophomore, was the same player who showed up for this season. Oo, a Thai refugee of Karen descent, was 6 inches taller and significantly heavier. Pucci moved him from forward to the center back position, and a potential star was born.
“He’s been lights-out back there, a real force for us,” Pucci said. “He’s probably the best center back in the conference.
Coaches from other teams are asking about him.”
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(Photo: Yah Naing Oo, St. Paul Humboldt soccer - Star Tribune)
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