One of the best parts of covering young players is seeing how they mature, not just on the field but in how they interact with the press. Few young players come to MLS with much experience having a microphone pushed in front of their faces, but over time the good ones tend to relax and learn to sometimes enjoy the experience.
For most, that evolution can take years and lots of practice. Plenty of veterans never get comfortable speaking to reporters.
But to see Obed Vargas work the press is to see someone mature well beyond his 16 years.