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Tony Sanneh was born in Saint Paul, Minnesota to an African father from Gambia and an American mother from Wisconsin. He attended the St. Paul Academy and Summit School and played for the local soccer team, St. Paul Blackhawks. He graduated in 1990 having been selected twice to the All State team.
Mar 28, 2023 · Tony Sanneh is arguably the greatest soccer player to come from St. Paul — and Minnesota. But it's what the former member of the U.S. National Team has done since leaving...
Learn how Tony Sanneh, a former professional soccer player, created The Sanneh Foundation to support community-based organizations and promote positive social change for urban youth. Find out about his role as a Sports Envoy and his vision for the organization.
I believe in giving all children the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed and with The Sanneh Foundation, we seek to accomplish that goal through its programs, partnerships and events. – Tony Sanneh
Dec 2, 2022 · The former U.S. soccer player and founder of The Sanneh Foundation writes a letter to the current team after 20 years of his World Cup run. He praises their hard work, diversity, humility and humanity in representing America.
Feb 24, 2024 · In Part 2 of our conversation with Tony Sanneh, a Minnesota soccer legend who played 15 years professionally and started for the U.S. Men’s National Team at the 2002 FIFA World Cup, highlights reasons why he played more than 15 years professionally, including the racism he dealt with in Germany.
Jun 16, 2020 · Tony Sanneh is a former U.S. national team defender who played in MLS and Germany. He returned to Minnesota to create the Sanneh Foundation, which helps underserved children through soccer and education programs.
