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Kipp Keller shows off new cornrows as teammates and coaches react

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 3:04 AM

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

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Summary

Kipp Keller of New Mexico United debuted cornrows ahead of a match against Orange County SC. The defender embraced the change, which took four hours to achieve, noting its benefits for headers. Teammates expressed mixed reactions, with coach Dennis Sanchez supporting the new look. Keller remains uncertain about keeping the style long-term, waiting to gauge his parents' response at lunch after the match.

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•Keller debuted his new cornrows ahead of the match against Orange County SC.
•The hairstyle change took four hours to complete.
•Teammates had mixed reactions, balancing honesty and support.
•Coach Dennis Sanchez expressed approval of Keller's new look.
•Keller plans to discuss the style with his parents during lunch.

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3:04 AMYahoo Sports — NMU's Keller debuts new cornrows and his teammates, coaches weigh in

What they're saying

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There was no hiding it. Nor did Kipp Keller try to. The New Mexico United defender embraced the questions he knew were coming. Just like his new look. After all, why not? Gone was Keller’s usual straight blond hair. In its place? Some tightly-braided cornrows. “I love it,” Keller said with a grin Friday. “(The hair is) out of my face. It’s good for headers. It’s more aerodynamic, you know?” ...
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