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THE JAMAICA Football Federation (JFF) has earned high praise from the region’s governing body Concacaf following the relaunch of their Coaching Education Programme on Thursday.
The JFF celebrated the relaunch at the Jaguar Land Rover Showroom in Kingston where it announced a new structure to the nation’s coach licensing programme, which is set to align with international standards.
The achievement also comes with the announcement that Jamaica has been approved as a C-Level member of the Concacaf Coaching Convention.
The Concacaf Coaching Convention, launched in 2022, is an initiative aimed at standardising and improving the quality of coaching education programmes across the region.
Andre Waugh, a coach education senior manager at Concacaf, praised the initiative by the JFF and described it as a massive achievement for Jamaica’s football development.
“Jamaica’s admission into the coaching convention is both a reflection of the hard work done and a commitment to growth,” he said.
“This step elevates the national coaching structure, gives credibility to local certifications, and opens the door to more regional integration. Concacaf is proud to support Jamaica’s journey and looks forward to deeper collaboration in the years ahead.”
JFF President Michael Ricketts said the achievement of being approved by the coaching convention and the launch of the the federation’s coaching programme stand as major successes for Jamaica.
“This is a tremendous achievement for the federation, for our coaches, and for our country,” Ricketts insisted.
“It signifies that our coaching education and licensing systems now meet rigorous regional standards set by Concacaf, enabling mutual recognition of qualifications across member associations.”
Wider professional opportunities
He added, “This means our coaches will benefit from enhanced credibility, increased mobility, and wider professional opportunities throughout the region.”
The new coaching programme will see all coaches in Jamaica required to be licensed through the federation and renew their licences through Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
This will ensure the federation can continue to produce top-level coaches in accordances with Concacaf regulations.
The JFF’s education programme will also be supported by Wray & Nephew, which has reaffirmed its commitment to the growth of the sport in Jamaica.
Kerry-Ann Bryan, brand manager of Wray & Nephew, said the partnership with the JFF stands as more than just a business relationship, but a greater commitment to Jamaican sports.
“This is more than a sponsorship. It is a movement to strengthen our communities and celebrate the spirit of Jamaica through the beautiful game,” she said.
“We are proud to support the training of 500 coaches annually and look forward to building a legacy that inspires generations to come.”
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