Dennis Chung, the Common Secretary of the Jamaica Soccer Federation (JFF), expressed his appreciation for the numerous progress made by the federation through the eventful 2023 soccer calendar.
The yr witnessed an array of soccer actions in Jamaica, with each the Reggae Girlz and Reggae Boyz internet hosting a complete of seven video games between September and November.
Chung emphasised the magnitude of effort and assets required for organizing these occasions. He counseled the devoted workers and their tireless work in orchestrating video games and mobilizing groups. Notably, the JFF invested roughly US $2 million in supporting the ladies’s nationwide group’s journey to the World Cup.
Encountering some challenges
The Reggae Boyz hosted Honduras, Haiti, and Canada in CONCACAF Nations League A matches, whereas the Reggae Girlz welcomed Canada for an Olympic Qualifier and confronted Guatemala and Panama in two CONCACAF W Gold Cup qualifiers.
Regardless of encountering some challenges, similar to Visa points for touring events, the JFF managed to navigate the yr with out main disruptions. Chung acknowledged these hurdles however pressured that they didn’t considerably hinder operations.
By way of monetary stability, Chung hinted at optimistic developments with out delving into particular figures. He talked about that the JFF had addressed monetary points, and the group’s accounting administration had improved, partly on account of acquiring a tax compliance certificates.
A yr of consolidation
Chung additionally highlighted the renovations undertaken on the Captain Horace Burrell Centre of Excellence, located on the College of the West Indies, Mona. The power hosted nationwide groups like Trinidad and Guyana and was made out there for hire after substantial refurbishments.
Because the yr attracts to a detailed, the JFF sees 2023 as a yr of consolidation, emphasizing capacity-building and productiveness. The main focus now shifts to the upcoming JFF presidential elections scheduled for January 14, 2024, as the present administration continues its dedication to the event of Jamaican soccer.
