KINGSTON, Jamaica — Several Jamaican secondary schools have successfully secured their advancement to the subsequent phase of the Inter-secondary Schools Sports Association (ISSA) Rural Area Junior boys’ football tournament. The competition, which features both Under-14 and Under-16 divisions, is witnessing intense matches across various zones.
In Zone A, Cornwall College and Irwin High have demonstrated formidable performances, earning their spots in the next round for both age categories. From Zone J, McGrath High has also achieved a dual qualification, showcasing their athletic prowess across the two competitions.
The Under-14 division has seen several teams maintain flawless records. Cornwall College, Rusea’s High in Zone B, Manchester High in Zone F, Morant Bay High in Zone L, and Titchfield High in Zone M are all undefeated thus far. They are joined by Garvey Maceo High from Zone I, and Dinthill Technical from Zone J, who have also secured their progression.
In the Under-16 category, the competition is equally fierce. Cornwall College continues its dominant run with a perfect record. They are accompanied by Clarendon College from Zone H, who have also secured advancement. Other teams moving forward include Irwin High, Muschett High, and William Knibb Memorial High from Zone D. From Zone J, both McGrath High and Old Harbour High have triumphed in their matches to earn a place in the next stage.
The initial round of matches for both the Under-14 and Under-16 tournaments is scheduled to conclude this Friday. Following this, the top two teams from each zone, along with the two best third-placed teams across all zones, will progress to the second round of the championship, setting the stage for more competitive fixtures.