Prime Minister Simpson Miller praises Reggae Boyz

Photo: Giles Barnes celebrates scoring a goal for Jamaica during the CONCACAF Gold Cup

Jamaica’s Prime Minister, Portia Simpson Miller, is among the list of persons heaping praises on the Reggae Boyz, after their historic achievements in the CONCACAF Gold Cup that concluded on Sunday, with Jamaica finishing second to eventual champions Mexico.

“I congratulate all members of the team and coaching staff under the leadership of head coach Winfried Schaefer for the strong second place finish and an overall solid and encouraging performance throughout the tournament,” Prime Minister Simpson Miller has said.

The Prime Minister went on to say that the Reggae Boyz “demonstrated discipline, determination and a strong spirit throughout. Well done. The people and Government of Jamaica are proud of you.”

Jamaica will now turn their attention to qualification for the 2018 World Cup which begins in August against Nicaragua.