KSAFA football season kicks off today with double-header

The Wray & Nephew KSAFA Major and Championship Leagues 2024-2025 season begins today with a Championship double-header at the Anthony Spaulding Sports Complex.

August Town will face the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) at 5:15 pm, followed by Duhaney Park taking on reigning champions Boys’ Town at 8:00 pm. The remaining zone matches are scheduled for Saturday.

At Wednesday's official press launch at the NHT Sports Club, Kerry Ann Bryan, Wray & Nephew’s brand manager, underscored the company’s longstanding commitment to Jamaican sports.

“Wray & Nephew’s consistent involvement in sport has been a testament to our commitment to uplifting and celebrating Jamaican talent,” Bryan said. “Our partnership with the Kingston & St. Andrew Football Association is not just about sponsorship; it's about celebrating the heart and soul of community football. It's about showcasing the raw talent that exists in every corner of this nation and giving these talented athletes the recognition they deserve.”

Bryan also promised that fans would be entertained by action both on and off the field, noting, “Our partnership with the KSAFA Championship League and Major League means exciting fan engagement and a solid tournament for talented players to demonstrate their skills with a chance for advancement.”

KSAFA president Mark Bennett welcomed the return of KSAFA football to live television, made possible by sponsors. “It is a game-changing alliance with many strategic benefits, some of which are expanded coverage through our partnership with Wray & Nephew and our other sponsors,” Bennett said.  “The alliance strengthens our mission to use football as a tool for transforming lives, empowering youth, and building stronger communities across the Corporate Area. It will also provide player opportunities through increased exposure which creates a valuable platform for talented athletes to showcase their skills, develop their abilities, and pursue their dreams in football.”

Championship Format

The Championship will feature 12 teams, split into two zones. Teams will play home-and-away fixtures within their zones and a single round of inter-zone matches. The top two teams from each zone will advance to a two-legged semifinal. The last-placed team in each zone will be relegated to the Major League for the next season.

The winner will earn $1 million and qualify for the regional playoffs of the National Championship (Tier 2).

Major League Format

Thirteen teams will compete in the Major League, divided into two zones. Matches will follow a home-and-away format within zones and a single round of inter-zone play. The top four teams from each zone will progress to a two-legged quarterfinal.

The Major League winner will receive $600,000, and the top two teams will earn promotion to the Championship for the 2025-2026 season.