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Tijuana’s Corona wins newcomer award

Submitted by Dave Williams on Wed, 01/18/2012 - 16:01

Tijuana's Joe Benny Corona was named the top newcomer in Mexico's First Division at the Balon de Oro awards ceremony.

Born in Los Angeles to a Mexican father and Salvadoran mother, Corona attended San Diego State before joining Tijuana's youth system.

The 21-year-old, who is currently with the U.S. U-23s, saw off Atlante's Alfonso Luna, Jaguares' Armando Zamorano and Pachuca's Hector Herrera for the gong.

“I'm very happy," said Corona. "I thank God for these good things he has given me in such a short time and it's motivating to know that great things can be achieved when there is determination, dedication and humility."

 
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