Businessman Omar McFarlane named U17 Reggae Boyz Ambassador

Businessman Omar McFarlane has been announced as the official ambassador for the Under-17 Reggae Boyz as the team prepares for the World Cup qualifiers set to begin next year.

The newly-appointed ambassador has strong ties to Jamaica and Florida, where he founded the renowned Champion Football Club in South Florida.

Champion is a non-profit travel football club that focuses on providing Jamaican youth players with opportunities to showcase their talent by competing in the Florida Travel League.

In his role as ambassador, McFarlane will play a critical part in helping to secure the necessary funding and support required for the U17 Reggae Boyz to excel and qualify for the U17 World Cup, scheduled for 2025 in Qatar.

A release from the Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) said his dedication to youth development and football excellence makes him an ideal candidate to support the young talent representing Jamaica on the international stage.