Benfica head back to Jamaica

TITANS OF Potuguese club football SL Benfica are returning to Jamaica for the second staging of a Summer Football Camp in partnership with Sports Innovators Group Nexus Global and Driftwood Dream.

This year’s camp will run from July 8 -12 at the Barbican Astro Turf Football Field. The camp is open to boys and girls ages 8 to 17. Last year’s exercise, held at Sabina Park, attracted more than 80 youngsters.

Daily sessions will be conducted with all the participants, culminating in two games featuring a selection of the most outstanding players by age group.

Managing director at Sports Innsovators Group, Paul Campbell, said the organisation’s mission “is to provide outlets for the fantastic football talent we have here to recognised and certified international guidance and motivation.”

“SIG aims not only to showcase the talent we possess, but also to position Jamaica as a premier sporting destination,” said Campbell.

Last year’s visiting Benfica coaches and instructors had high praise for their experience on both fronts, expressing highly positive impressions of the talent pool presented as well as the overall visitor experience.

Likewise, the participants - players, parents, and local coaches - had great reviews of the camp, praising the content and overall fellowship and the positive residual outlook.

According to the organisers, indicators are that this year’s camp will surpass the initial exercise.