The Albert Lea U13 boys’ soccer team earned a runner-up finish June 25 with a 4-1 loss against Plymouth at the Minnesota Youth Soccer Association state tournament at Shakopee. The team advanced to the final round after losing 3-2 against Monticello and defeating the Somali Youth team 4-2. To qualify for the playoffs, Albert Lea beat Austin 3-1 and Richfield 5-1. Front row from left are Lei Htoo, Ryker Rofshus, Dante Lopez, Caden Stevens and Anthony Armstrong. Middle row from left are Ian Williams, Cole Indrelie, Samuel Yoon and Danny Bermudez. Back row from left are Jose Rodriguez, Erick Palomo, Jacob Prihoda, Noah Probst and coach Spencer Dahl. — Provided
Goalie Jake Prihoda of the Albert Lea U13 boys’ soccer team makes a save June 25 against Plymouth in the state championship game in Shakopee. Albert Lea’s Lei Htoo stands to the left of Prihoda. — Provided