August 20, 2025

Kingston, Jamaica — The Inter-Secondary Schools Sports Association (ISSA) is proud to announce CVM TV as the exclusive broadcast partner for the 2025 Schoolboy Football Season. This landmark partnership was unveiled at a press conference held at the Summit, promising an electrifying season of Jamaican schoolboy football with unmatched coverage and fan engagement.

CVM TV will deliver live match broadcasts, expert commentary, and in-depth storytelling, bringing fans closer to the action and the athletes who define it.

“This partnership marks a new era for schoolboy football,” said ISSA President Keith Wellington. “CVM TV’s commitment to quality sports broadcasting will elevate the experience for players, schools, and fans islandwide.”

The season kicks off on September 6, when defending Manning Cup champion Kingston College hosts Charlie Smith High, and the DaCosta Cup champions Garvey Maceo High will do battle against Foga Road High.

Tournament Formats Revamped for 2025

Manning Cup

• Preliminary Round: 16 teams qualify (Top 3 from each zone + best 4th place)
• Group Stage: 4 groups of 4; top 2 advance
• Knockout Progression: Round of 16 → Quarterfinals → Semifinals → Final
  (Each round maintains the group format for consistency and fairness)

DaCosta Cup

• Zone Play:
• Zones with ≤6 teams: Home & away
• Zones with ≥7 teams: Single round robin
• Advancement: Top teams + best-ranked 3rd place finishers
• Knockout Progression: Round of 32 → Round of 16 → Quarterfinals → Semifinals → Final
  (Group format continues until final knockout stages)

Sponsors Fueling the Season

ISSA welcomes a dynamic lineup of sponsors who will energize the 2025 campaign:

• Confectionery & Snacks Jamaica
• WATA
• Cari-Med Group
• KFC
• Pringles
• Soccer Xpress
• Wisynco
• Main Events

These partners will enhance the fan experience through activations, giveaways, and community engagement throughout the season.

A Season to Remember

With CVM TV at the helm of broadcast coverage, a refreshed tournament structure, and powerhouse sponsors, the 2025 ISSA Schoolboy Football Season is poised to be the most thrilling yet. Fans can expect drama, talent, and school pride on full display as Jamaica’s future football stars take the field.

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Cavalier FC and Mount Pleasant FA are set to face off in the 2024/25 Jamaica Premier League final at the National Stadium on Friday, May 23rd.

Cavalier FC advanced with a gritty 1-0 win in the second leg of their semi-final against Arnett Gardens FC, thanks to a decisive close-range strike from Jalmaro Calvin. The win gave them a 2-1 aggregate triumph and set up a much-anticipated rematch against Mount Pleasant.

Mount Pleasant secured their spot after a 2-1 aggregate victory over Montego Bay United. Franco Celestin was the standout performer in the semi-final second leg, dazzling fans with skill before scoring to extend their aggregate lead. Despite a second-half response from Montego Bay’s Brian Brown, it wasn’t enough to overturn the deficit.

Tivoli Gardens came from behind to secure a crucial 2-1 victory over Montego Bay United, booking their place in the 2024/25 Jamaica Premier League play-offs.

Montego Bay United struck early through Johann Weatherly, who found the net in the 10th minute as his side looked to cement an automatic semi-final berth. However, their hopes were dashed as Tivoli Gardens mounted an impressive comeback.

Nickalia Fuller leveled the score in the 36th minute, confidently converting from the penalty spot. Just four minutes later, Lennox Russell completed the turnaround, tapping in from close range to give Tivoli a 2-1 lead heading into halftime.

The second half was a gritty affair, with Tivoli showing resilience and determination. Despite going down to ten men, they held their ground and preserved their lead, sealing a hard-fought win and a spot in the play-offs.

Frasziers Whip climbed atop the Jamaica Women’s Premier League table with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over previously unbeaten Cavalier SC at the Alpha Boys Home on Saturday, April 26th. In a thrilling encounter, the defending champions showed their championship mettle, extending their unbeaten run to eight games while handing Cavalier their first defeat of the season.
Captain Davia Richards led from the front, scoring one of the two goals that gave Frasziers Whip a commanding 2-0 lead. However, Cavalier refused to go quietly, pulling one back and launching a relentless search for the equalizer. Despite the pressure, Frasziers Whip held firm to secure a vital three points.

In other results around the league:

• UWI Women’s FC delivered a commanding 3-0 win over Springers United.
• Los Perfectos edged Proven 1-0 in a tight affair.
• Mile Gully cruised past Federal United with a 4-0 victory.
• Arnett Gardens comfortably saw off Wifi United SC, winning 3-0.

The league action continues to heat up as the race for the title intensifies.