KINGSTON, Jamaica—In a significant career development, Jamaican national team goalkeeper Amal Knight has secured a multi-year contract with American professional soccer club Greenville Triumph SC of USL League One. The South Carolina-based organization formally announced the acquisition on Tuesday, pending standard league and federation approvals.
The signing represents a strategic enhancement to Greenville’s defensive lineup, adding a seasoned veteran with extensive professional experience. Knight most recently competed with Charlotte Independence during the latter half of the 2025 season, where he demonstrated his capabilities across seven matches and 630 minutes of play.
His professional trajectory includes two standout seasons with Lexington SC, where he established himself as a formidable presence in both USL League One and the USL Jägermeister Cup competitions. Statistical analysis reveals Knight’s exceptional performance, ranking among the league’s top save specialists with 178 career saves—placing him seventh in USL League One history—while simultaneously recording four clean sheets during his tenure.
Beyond domestic competition, Knight’s career has included international experience with FC Chitwan in Nepal’s Super League during 2025. His international credentials are equally impressive, having debuted for the Jamaican National Team in 2018 and accumulated 14 caps, including 13 FIFA-sanctioned appearances. His most recent international match was a January 18th friendly against Grenada.
Domestically in Jamaica, Knight has made over 140 appearances in the Jamaican Premier League, further solidifying his reputation as a consistent and reliable professional. The Jamaica Football Federation has publicly congratulated Knight on this new professional achievement, recognizing his continued contribution to Jamaican soccer excellence.
Greenville Triumph SC officials emphasized that Knight’s acquisition brings valuable depth, consistency, and leadership qualities to their roster development strategy as they prepare for the upcoming season.