The Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) has officially named Omar McFarlane, a distinguished businessman and philanthropist, as the Ambassador for the U17 Reggae Boyz.
This strategic appointment comes as the team gears up for the World Cup qualifiers scheduled to commence next year.
McFarlane, who has deep connections to both Jamaica and Florida, is renowned for being the founder of the Champion Football Club in South Florida. Champion is a non-profit travel football club dedicated to providing Jamaican youth players with opportunities to display their talents in the competitive Florida travel league.
In his new role, McFarlane will be instrumental in securing essential funding and support to help the U17 Reggae Boyz succeed in their quest to qualify for the U17 World Cup, slated for 2025 in Qatar. His commitment to youth development and football excellence positions him as an ideal advocate for the young Jamaican talents on the global stage.
‘We are thrilled to have Omar on board’
Expressing his enthusiasm for this new role, McFarlane remarked, “I am honored to be appointed as the Ambassador for the U17 Reggae Boyz. I am committed to leveraging my connections and resources to ensure that our young players have the best opportunities to succeed and make Jamaica proud on the world stage.”
The President of the Jamaica Football Federation, Michael Ricketts, shared his gratitude for McFarlane’s support. “We are thrilled to have Omar on board as our Ambassador for the U17 team. His passion for football and dedication to youth development align perfectly with our goals for the national youth program. We look forward to working together to achieve great success.”
The JFF and the U17 Reggae Boyz are optimistic about the upcoming World Cup qualifiers. With McFarlane’s support and the backing of passionate sports fans, the team is poised to reach new heights in international football.
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