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  • Cedricka Williams breaks Tennessee discus record

    Cedricka Williams breaks Tennessee discus record

    A wave of standout performances from Caribbean-born collegiate track and field athletes competing across the United States this weekend delivered historic milestones, long-standing record breaks, and career-best results that have turned heads across the NCAA circuit.

    In Knoxville, Jamaican thrower Cedricka Williams of the University of Tennessee etched her name into the program’s history books at the annual Tennessee Invite on Friday. Claiming victory in the women’s discus event, Williams landed a 60.57-meter throw – a new personal season’s best – that pushed her past a nearly half-century-old school record. The previous mark of 60.56m had stood untouched since it was set by Jane Haist back in 1974, 49 years prior. Williams hit her record-breaking launch in the second round of competition, and her result currently ranks as the second-best discus throw posted by any NCAA athlete so far this outdoor season. A former standout at Jamaica’s Holmwood Technical and Barton County College, Williams’ breakthrough has cemented her status as one of the top throwers in collegiate track this year.

    Down in Waco at the Baylor Invitational, two Louisiana State University athletes put up strong results in the women’s 200-meter dash. Freshman sprinter Skyler Franklin clocked a new program freshman record of 22.99 seconds with a 0.7m/s tailwind to claim third place overall, while fellow LSU competitor Kemba Nelson finished sixth with a time of 23.28 seconds into a 1.7m/s wind.

    Over in Tampa at the South Florida Invitational, Zachary Cox, a former ISSA Champs finalist from Jamaica’s Cornwall College now competing with Boston University, notched two new outdoor personal bests in just his second collegiate outdoor meet. Cox first took fifth place in the men’s 100-meter dash with a 10.36-second run (1.2m/s wind), which marks the second-fastest 100m time in Boston University program history. Shortly after competing on BU’s second-place 4x100m relay team that finished in 40.49 seconds, Cox returned to the track to win the men’s 200m with a 20.98-second run (1.4m/s wind). That result shaved 0.08 seconds off his previous personal best and now ranks as the ninth-fastest 200m in Boston University history.

    At Dartmouth College, former Jamaica College Champs gold medalist J’Voughn Blake notched a solid second-place finish in the men’s 800-meter run, crossing the line in a season-best 1 minute 48.54 seconds. The race marked only Blake’s second competitive outing in nearly a year, after he last competed at the NCAA East Regional in late May of 2023.

    Rounding out the weekend of Caribbean success, Fabrienne Foster of the University of North Texas set two new personal bests at the 44 Farms Invitational hosted by Texas A&M University. Foster placed seventh in the women’s hammer throw with a 51.84m toss, and followed that up with an eighth-place finish in the discus throw, hitting a personal best 48.87m.

  • Shaw’s hat-trick leads Reggae to 4-0 win over Antigua and Barbuda

    Shaw’s hat-trick leads Reggae to 4-0 win over Antigua and Barbuda

    KINGSTON, Jamaica — A dominant individual performance from star forward Khadija “Bunny” Shaw carried Jamaica’s national women’s football team, the Reggae Girlz, to a convincing 4-0 victory over Antigua and Barbuda in Friday’s Concacaf W Championship Group B qualifying match at Kingston’s National Stadium.

    Shaw’s three-goal haul, which pushed her career international goal tally to an impressive 66, combined with a late second-half penalty conversion from defender Deneisha Blackwood, locked in three more points for Jamaica. The result stretched Jamaica’s perfect start to the qualifying campaign to three matches, leaving them atop Group B with a maximum nine points. They now enter their final group fixture against Guyana next week needing only a single draw to secure the group’s top spot.

    Despite the lopsided final scoreline, the Reggae Girlz faced a far more stubborn test than the scoreline suggests. The Jamaican side dominated possession and attacking opportunities, firing a staggering 36 shots toward the Antigua and Barbuda goal without the opposition registering a single attempt on target. Even so, Jamaica hit the woodwork four times and were repeatedly denied by a standout performance from Antiguan goalkeeper Anik Jarvis, who pulled off a string of spectacular saves to keep the scoreline down early in the match.

    The first breakthrough finally came for Jamaica in stoppage time at the end of the first half, when Antigua defender Jessica Powell was called for a foul on Atlanta Primus inside the 18-yard box. Shaw stepped up to convert the resulting penalty, opening the scoring for the hosts just before the halftime whistle.

    Shaw doubled her personal tally and Jamaica’s lead just four minutes into the second half. A perfectly weighted through ball from Kalyssa Van Zanten found Shaw in space behind the Antigua backline; she turned away from her marking defender, fired a low, hard left-footed strike past Jarvis, and put Jamaica up 2-0.

    Six minutes after her second goal, Shaw completed her hat-trick with a well-executed diving header, once again set up by a pinpoint cross from Van Zanten. The goal put the result beyond any doubt for the hosts, who continued to create chances for the rest of the half.

    The scoring wrapped up in second-half stoppage time, when Antigua substitute Kamiellia Hughes was called for a handball inside the box while attempting to block a shot from Blackwood. Blackwood took the penalty herself and converted to cap the 4-0 win, extending Jamaica’s lead at the top of the group heading into the final matchday.

  • Jamaicans in diaspora urged to channel donations to health sector through NHEF

    Jamaicans in diaspora urged to channel donations to health sector through NHEF

    KINGSTON, Jamaica — As the Caribbean nation continues to recover from catastrophic damage caused by 2024’s Hurricane Melissa, a leading public health entity is calling on Jamaican communities living abroad to route all philanthropic contributions to the country’s public health system through its offices, a move designed to guarantee transparent management and efficient delivery of aid.

    Courtney Cephas, Executive Director of the National Healthcare Enhancement Foundation (NHEF), outlined the appeal during an April 8 virtual gathering organized by Oliver Mair, Jamaica’s Consul General based in Miami.

    Cephas clarified that NHEF operates as an official body under Jamaica’s Ministry of Health and Wellness, with an explicit core mandate to coordinate and administer all charitable donations intended to strengthen the country’s public health sector. He emphasized that directing contributions straight to NHEF eliminates unnecessary bottlenecks, ensuring that resources reach the intended communities and facilities without avoidable delays.

    Drawing on recent experience to back up his call for centralized coordination, Cephas highlighted NHEF’s key logistical role in disaster response efforts in the months following Hurricane Melissa’s landfall last October. The foundation oversaw distribution of a large share of incoming health-related aid, from visiting medical volunteer missions to mobile field hospitals and donated supplies, working to clear shipments through customs and roll them out across the island rapidly.

    He also took time to recognize the outsized impact of contributions from Jamaican diaspora communities across the southern United States, who have partnered with local health facilities through NHEF’s Adopt-a-Clinic Programme. Of the 59 health centres currently adopted by diaspora groups nationwide, 17 have received support from southern US communities, including six facilities that are funded directly through initiatives led by Consul General Mair’s office.

    Cephas revealed that commitments for these six clinics add up to roughly JMD $18 million, with an additional 11 facilities supported by other southern Jamaican groups holding commitments of around JMD $30 million. In total, Jamaican communities in the southern US have contributed approximately JMD $48 million to upgrade primary healthcare infrastructure across Jamaica.

    These funds have already been put to tangible use, Cephas reported: they have been allocated to purchase essential clinical tools including blood pressure monitors, patient weighing scales and sterilization autoclaves, as well as to upgrade facility infrastructure with new air conditioning, expanded medical storage spaces and more comfortable waiting areas for patients.

    The scale of recovery needed remains massive, however. Cephas confirmed that Hurricane Melissa caused an estimated US$8.8 billion in total damage across Jamaica – a sum equal to 41% of the country’s annual gross domestic product. Western parishes suffered the most severe destruction, and of the 101 health centres assessed after the storm, 65 sustained major or catastrophic damage. Rebuilding efforts are currently underway, with a focus on constructing more climate-resilient facilities that can withstand future extreme weather events.

    Looking ahead, Cephas outlined new avenues for diaspora engagement to support Jamaica’s health sector recovery and expansion. These opportunities include targeted adoption programmes for the health centres that were most heavily damaged by the hurricane, new projects focused on improving maternal and early childhood health services, and an upcoming initiative to expand tele-mental health access across the country.

  • Chentelle Swaby gets 50th cap, starts for Reggae Girlz against Antigua

    Chentelle Swaby gets 50th cap, starts for Reggae Girlz against Antigua

    KINGSTON, Jamaica – A historic milestone is on the horizon for Jamaican women’s football this Friday, as Chantelle Swaby is set to earn her 50th senior cap for the Reggae Girlz when they kick off their Concacaf Women’s World Cup qualifier against Antigua and Barbuda at Kingston’s National Stadium.

    Coming off a hard-fought 3-2 away win over Nicaragua in Managua back in March, the Jamaican technical staff has reshaped their starting eleven for this home fixture, making five total changes to the starting side that secured three points on the road. One of the most notable new inclusions is central defender Tianna Harris, who will make her senior home debut for the Reggae Girlz in the match.

    Joining Harris and milestone-chasing Swaby in the revised starting lineup are winger Olufolasade Adamalekun, defender Kalyssa Van Zanten, defender Allyson Swaby – Chantelle’s teammate and sister – young forward Kameron Simmonds, and attacking midfielder Atlanta Primus, all of whom earned starting nods from the coaching staff.

    The two sides last met in international competition back in 2018, when Jamaica dominated the fixture to secure a lopsided 9-0 victory over Antigua and Barbuda. Friday’s match will give fans a chance to see how Lorne Donaldson’s side has progressed in the years since that encounter, as they push toward qualification for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

    The full starting lineup named by the Jamaican coaching staff is as follows: Rebecca Spencer (goalkeeper), Tianna Harris, Chantelle Swaby, Shania Hayles, Khadija Shaw, Kalyssa Van Zanten, Deneisha Blackwood, Allyson Swaby, Kameron Simmonds, Atlanta Primus, and Olufolasade Adamalekun.

  • PNPYO calls out double standards in ethics committee actions, demands equal scrutiny for JLP MPs

    PNPYO calls out double standards in ethics committee actions, demands equal scrutiny for JLP MPs

    KINGSTON, Jamaica — A leading youth wing of one of Jamaica’s major political parties has sounded the alarm over what it calls a growing pattern of unequal enforcement by the country’s parliamentary Ethics Committee, after revelations that a sitting lawmaker will be called to answer for an alleged violation that the full House of Representatives already closed years prior.

    The People’s National Party Youth Organisation (PNPYO) has issued a formal statement decrying the committee’s latest move, with the organization’s General Secretary Peta-Gay Ferguson arguing the decision exposes a deeply troubling bias in how the body pursues ethical violations.

    Ferguson emphasized that the case in question has already gone through the full procedural process: it was investigated, a full report was submitted to the entire House, and the matter was formally closed via a legislative motion. She stressed that reviving the closed case without clear, compelling new evidence is not legitimate oversight — it is an unacceptable overreach of the committee’s authority that erodes the integrity of parliamentary procedure.

    Beyond attacking the decision to reopen the settled matter, Ferguson challenged the committee to expand its scope of investigations if it is truly committed to upholding accountability across parliament. She pointed to a list of high-profile current government officials, including Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness, Dr Christopher Tufton, Donovan Williams, Robert Montague, and Daryl Vaz, all of whom have been tied to ongoing public allegations of misuse of public and charitable funds. Ferguson said the fact that the Ethics Committee has not moved to summon any of these officials, while moving to reopen a closed case against another, makes the committee’s priorities impossible to ignore for Jamaican voters. “Jamaicans are not blind to the disparity,” she added.

    Ferguson warned that this inconsistent, selective approach to ethics enforcement carries severe long-term costs, particularly by eroding public trust in the state institutions designed to uphold integrity in public office. She specifically noted that young Jamaicans, who represent the future of the country’s democracy, are paying close attention to which cases are aggressively pursued and which are quietly swept under the rug. “That kind of inconsistency erodes confidence in the very systems meant to ensure fairness and accountability,” she said.

    The PNPYO secretary maintained that ethical accountability cannot be tailored to fit political goals, targeting political opponents while shielding allies. For the Ethics Committee to retain any remaining public credibility, Ferguson argued, it must prove that parliamentary rules apply equally to every representative, regardless of party affiliation or position. “There must be no sacred cows, no protected names and no double standard,” she asserted.

    In closing, the PNPYO issued a formal call for the Ethics Committee to adopt a fair, fully transparent, and even-handed approach to all ethical complaints brought before parliament, noting that accountability should never be a political weapon used to attack opponents while protecting allies. For the body to carry out its core mission, it must operate on consistent, unwavering principle that is above political reproach. “Jamaica deserves nothing less,” Ferguson concluded.

  • Lynk launches virtual card in Jamaica

    Lynk launches virtual card in Jamaica

    KINGSTON, Jamaica – Jamaica has taken a major step toward broadening digital financial inclusion with the official launch of the Lynk Virtual Card, a groundbreaking mobile-first payment solution that eliminates the need for traditional bank accounts or physical payment cards to complete both online and in-store transactions. The new product was unveiled to the public at a launch event held at Kingston’s Half-Way-Tree Transport Centre, where Lloydon Bramwell, Product Lead for the Lynk platform, framed the virtual card as a bridge to connect underserved Jamaicans to the growing global digital economy.

    For years, millions of Jamaicans have been locked out of digital commerce due to a lack of formal banking access or traditional payment products. “Too many people still have to sit out participating in the digital economy because they do not have a bank account or credit card,” Bramwell explained at the event. “With the Lynk Virtual Card, getting started is simple. All you need is your government-issued ID and a smartphone. You can pay online, subscribe to services and manage your money in a way that works for you.”

    Developed in partnership with global payments leader Visa, the Lynk Virtual Card is purpose-built to serve the large share of Jamaica’s population that primarily relies on cash for daily transactions. Hosted entirely within the existing Lynk mobile wallet application, the card can be fully activated in just minutes, and users can start making purchases immediately at any merchant that accepts Visa, both across Jamaica and around the world. The solution supports everything from online subscription sign-ups to in-store contactless tap-to-pay transactions on compatible Android smartphones, with no formal bank account or physical plastic card required.

    This launch marks a key milestone in the ongoing expansion of the Lynk platform, which currently boasts over 300,000 active users across the island. Lynk is also one of a select group of digital wallets integrated with Jam-Dex, the Bank of Jamaica’s central bank digital currency (CBDC) that was first introduced in July 2022, giving users additional flexible options for digital transactions.

    Beyond the new virtual card feature, the full Lynk wallet is designed to serve as a one-stop comprehensive financial tool for mobile-first users. The platform allows customers to send and receive peer-to-peer transfers, pay monthly utility bills, top up pre-paid mobile credit, purchase mobile data plans, send funds to traditional local bank accounts, and access international remittances via major providers including Western Union and MoneyGram. For users who still handle cash regularly, Lynk also offers a Cardless Cash feature that lets customers add cash to their wallet balance at any of the 300+ National Commercial Bank (NCB) automated banking machines spread across Jamaica.

    At the official launch event, members of the Lynk product and customer support team were on hand to help commuters and local street vendors sign up for accounts, activate their new virtual cards, and test the platform’s features in real time. Early feedback from users who tested the product during its soft launch in February has been overwhelmingly positive. Errol McDonald, a long-time Lynk user who gained access to the virtual card during the testing phase, shared that the tool has already transformed his ability to participate in digital commerce.

    “I’ve been using Lynk for years now, and when the virtual card soft launched in February, it really changed things for me,” McDonald said. “I was having some issues with getting a traditional card, so this gave me a way to still make payments without using cash without the hassle. Now I pay for things in-store and online and even invest in myself. I recently used it to sign up for a software tool to help me start doing currency trading on the side.”

    Bramwell emphasized that user-centric design, simplicity, and personal control over finances were core priorities during the product’s development. “You can activate your card in minutes, see every transaction in real time and block it instantly if something does not look right,” he said. “It is about making digital payments easier to use in everyday life.”

    As of the official launch, the Lynk Virtual Card is available to all eligible users across Jamaica, with contactless tap-to-pay functionality currently active for Android devices. The company has not yet shared a formal timeline for rolling out the feature to iOS devices.

  • Body of Mexican man who went missing at Blue Hole found

    Body of Mexican man who went missing at Blue Hole found

    KINGSTON, Jamaica — Law enforcement authorities have located the remains of a 46-year-old Mexican national who is believed to have drowned during a recreational swim at one of Jamaica’s popular natural tourist destinations, the Blue Hole in St Ann. The deceased has been formally identified as Javier Santos Solano.

    Senior Superintendent of Police Carlos Russell, the top commanding officer for the St Ann Police Division, confirmed the recovery to local media outlet Observer Online, noting that Solano’s body was pulled from the area on Wednesday. The Blue Hole, a scenic cascade and swimming spot tucked into Jamaica’s northern coast, draws hundreds of local and international visitors each year for its clear, cool waters and lush tropical surroundings. While incidents of drowning are rare at the site, strong undercurrents and sudden depth changes in unmonitored sections have been noted as potential hazards for swimmers. Local police have not yet released further details about the circumstances leading up to Solano’s disappearance, nor have they announced any scheduled next steps in the routine processing of the incident.

  • Courvoisier named official cognac of Xodus Carnival at Lost In Paradise

    Courvoisier named official cognac of Xodus Carnival at Lost In Paradise

    Jamaica’s iconic carnival season is gearing up for a luxe new addition, as world-famous premium cognac producer Courvoisier steps in as the official cognac partner for Xodus Carnival’s highly anticipated 2026 edition, ‘OlympiX’. The historic spirits brand will take center stage at one of the festival’s most buzzworthy happenings: the one-of-a-kind Lost In Paradise experience.

    Lost In Paradise is far from a standard carnival pop-up, forged through a groundbreaking cross-regional partnership between Jamaica’s Xodus Carnival and a leading event brand rooted in Barbados. This collaboration marks a new chapter for Jamaica’s already dynamic carnival landscape, bringing together diverse Caribbean cultural perspectives to create a one-of-a-kind celebration for attendees from across the globe. Organizers say the fusion of regional creative energy and cultural influence will deliver an immersive, unforgettable experience that redefines modern carnival entertainment.

    For Courvoisier, the partnership is more than a sponsorship—it is an alignment of values. The brand will craft an elevated, premium guest experience that weaves its centuries-old legacy of artisanal craftsmanship and luxury elegance seamlessly into carnival’s vibrant, high-energy spirit. From custom-crafted cocktail tastings to interactive immersive brand activations, every touch is designed to amplify the event’s atmosphere and leave a lasting, positive impression on every attendee.

    “Carnival at its core is all about unapologetic self-expression, joyful celebration, and genuine connection between people—values that are exactly what Courvoisier stands for,” explained Georgia Fearon, Brand Manager for Courvoisier. “As the official cognac of Xodus Carnival’s OlympiX season, we could not be more thrilled to bring our signature touch of elegance and refinement to such a high-energy, culturally rich experience at Lost In Paradise.”

    As countdown to the event begins, anticipation continues to build among carnival fans, with many already marking Lost In Paradise as a can’t-miss highlight of the 2026 season. The event is designed to blend top-tier live entertainment, rich Caribbean cultural heritage, and curated premium offerings into a seamless, immersive experience. Courvoisier’s involvement, organizers note, further strengthens the event’s core commitment to delivering quality, elevated style, and once-in-a-lifetime memories for all guests.

    “Teaming up with Courvoisier for Lost In Paradise lets us take the overall guest experience to the next level for our patrons,” shared Pierre Goubault, CEO of Xodus Carnival. “As the official cognac of Xodus Carnival, the brand brings an unmatched level of luxury and refinement that aligns perfectly with our mission: we don’t just put on an event, we deliver a memorable, immersive lifestyle experience that sticks with you long after the celebration ends.”

    Scheduled for April 10, 2026, Lost In Paradise will be hosted at the scenic Gardens at the Jamaica Pegasus, and is structured as a drink-inclusive experience. Attendees can look forward to exclusive, custom-curated DJ sets from a lineup of regional stars, including Jamaica’s own Rice the DJ, Trinidad’s acclaimed Major Penny, and Barbados’ fan-favorite Jus Jay.

  • TAJ moves to enforcement phase in property tax operations in Portmore and Spanish Town

    TAJ moves to enforcement phase in property tax operations in Portmore and Spanish Town

    A collaborative initiative between Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) and two regional municipal bodies has entered its active enforcement stage, targeting property owners with unpaid tax liabilities across six communities in southern Jamaica. The joint special operation, which first conducted on-the-ground outreach between June 6-8 and June 27-29 of 2025, focuses on delinquent accounts in Phoenix Park Village and Caribbean Estate (located in Portmore) and Green Acres, Frenchman Heights, Angel Estates, and Angel Grove (based in Spanish Town).

    This enforcement push is the result of a years-long strategic effort to boost overall property tax compliance across the country and clear a backlog of long-outstanding tax arrears in the high-delinquency target zones. Originally, the formal enforcement phase was set to launch earlier than its current timeline, but preparations were disrupted when Hurricane Melissa swept through the region, forcing a temporary delay to operational schedules.

    As of the latest update from TAJ, the authority has already issued more than 200 garnishment notices to financial institutions and employers of delinquent property owners who failed to either settle their outstanding balances or negotiate a formal payment arrangement by February 2026. With enforcement efforts ramping up, TAJ projects that a further 150 garnishment notices will be delivered by the close of April 2026.

    Beyond wage and bank account garnishment, TAJ is expanding its enforcement toolkit to include additional punitive measures. The authority is currently evaluating the seizure of moveable assets owned by non-compliant taxpayers, the placement of legal liens on underperforming properties, and formal court proceedings against the most persistent defaulters. Officials confirmed that more than 50 delinquent property owners are currently on track to be summoned before the courts for their unpaid arrears.

    In a public advisory, TAJ has issued a final call to action for residents in the targeted communities who still hold outstanding property tax obligations and have not yet reached a resolution with the authority. The agency urges all non-compliant owners to visit their nearest local tax office at the earliest opportunity to either settle their full outstanding balance or set up a structured, manageable payment plan.

    TAJ warned that any property owners who fail to take proactive steps to regularize their unpaid tax accounts will face immediate enforcement action with no additional advance notice. The agency emphasized that the operation is critical to securing revenue that funds local public services and infrastructure across the Portmore and Spanish Town regions.

  • Reggae Girlz looking to deliver strong performance against Antigua

    Reggae Girlz looking to deliver strong performance against Antigua

    KINGSTON, Jamaica — As the countdown to Friday’s CONCACAF W Championship qualifier ticks down, the head coach of Jamaica’s senior women’s national football team, the Reggae Girlz, Hubert Busby, has made clear that his side is laser-focused on securing a commanding performance against Antigua and Barbuda at the iconic National Stadium, with kickoff set for 7:00 pm local time.

    Speaking to reporters at a pre-match media briefing held Thursday, Busby emphasized what a meaningful moment this is for the entire squad, marking their first return to compete on home turf after a lengthy stretch of matches and training away from Jamaica. “It’s an incredible feeling to be back together on Jamaican soil,” Busby told the assembled press. “Our players have waited far too long for this opportunity to play in front of our own fans. Competing at home means everything to us, so we’re not just here to get the win — we’re here to put on a performance our supporters can be proud of.”

    As the fixture forms part of the qualification pathway for the 2026 FIFA Women’s World Cup through the CONCACAF confederation, Busby stressed that every single remaining group stage match carries non-negotiable stakes for his side. “At the end of the day, every point matters in World Cup qualifying. Everyone in this group understands exactly what’s on the line, and we know we have to get the job done tomorrow,” he said. Busby added that the team is sticking to its proven game plan of focusing on one match at a time: “We’re locked in on Antigua and Barbuda first, and once that’s over, we’ll shift our full attention to our next fixture against Guyana.”

    While Antigua and Barbuda has already been officially eliminated from contention for a spot in the 2026 CONCACAF W Championship, Busby warned against underestimating the Caribbean side. With qualification pressure lifted entirely, he noted that Antigua and Barbuda will be able to play with unfiltered freedom, creating an unexpected challenge for the Reggae Girlz. “They’ve got nothing to lose right now, so they can go out and play without any of the stress we’re carrying. That makes them dangerous, and we’ve prepared specifically for that brand of play,” he explained.

    Busby also touched on the growing depth of his squad, pointing out that a handful of injury absences in the lead-up to the match have created unexpected opportunities for up-and-coming players to prove themselves at the international level. “We’ve built a really deep roster of talented players across the board, so I have zero doubt that the players stepping into these gaps will rise to the occasion and deliver strong performances in this qualifying camp,” he said.

    Looking ahead to the later stages of the qualification process, Busby emphasized that steady improvement and consistent focus are more important than chasing perfection in every early fixture. “This isn’t about being flawless from the first minute. We’re here to build momentum, get better with every match, and stay focused on the task in front of us right now,” he said.

    Fans in attendance can expect the Reggae Girlz to come out swinging with an aggressive, high-energy attacking style, as the side looks to leverage its home-field advantage to pick up three points and carry positive momentum into their upcoming qualifier against Guyana. Busby closed his remarks with an open call for Jamaican football supporters to turn out in force: “I’m urging everyone who can make it to come out to the stadium. These women are an incredible asset to this country, and they deserve all the support we can give them. Come cheer us on tomorrow.”

    The ongoing CONCACAF W Championship qualifiers will ultimately decide which confederation teams advance to compete in the 2026 CONCACAF W Championship tournament, scheduled to take place in November 2026.