Former Reggae Boyz striker and 1998 World Cup qualification hero Deon Burton has formally joined the teaching workers of the Reggae Girlz as head coach Hubert Busby Jr. named his squad for his or her upcoming worldwide pleasant towards France.
Burton, identified for his pivotal function in Jamaica’s historic qualification for the 1998 World Cup, will help Busby in sharpening the workforce’s attacking play, bringing his wealth of expertise as a UEFA A license holder to the desk.
Burton, who led the Reggae Boyz with 4 objectives within the ultimate spherical of the 1998 CONCACAF World Cup qualifiers, will make his debut on the Reggae Girlz bench subsequent Friday when the workforce faces European powerhouse France. This marks a big addition to Busby’s teaching workers because the workforce gears up for aggressive worldwide fixtures.
Missed the final 9 matches for Jamaica
The squad can be with out captain and star ahead Khadijah “Bunny” Shaw, who has missed the final 9 matches for Jamaica, along with her final look being within the CONCACAF Olympic qualifying playoff towards Canada in September final yr. Regardless of her absence, the Reggae Girlz squad stays robust, that includes acquainted faces and rising stars.
The 22-member squad for the France match consists of: Goalkeepers: Rebecca Spencer, Sydney Schneider. Defenders: Chantelle Swaby, Allyson Swaby, Taylor Hinds, Daneisha Blackwood, Vyan Sampson, Maliah Atkins. Midfielders: Lulu Jarvis, Atlanta Primus, Jade Bailey, Drew Spence, Sade Adamolekun, Reanna Blades. Forwards: Natasha Thomas, Paige Bailey-Gayle, Kayla McKenna, Jody Brown, Shania Hayles, Tiffany Cameron, Davia Richards, and Mickayla Dayes.
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Burton’s appointment provides a brand new dynamic to the teaching workforce, with expectations excessive for improved offensive methods underneath his steering. The Reggae Girlz will look to place in a powerful efficiency towards France, persevering with their preparations for upcoming tournaments.
