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Popeyes Challenge Cup ignites football fever at Barbican Beach Bar

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Popeyes Challenge Cup ignites football fever at Barbican Beach Bar
Red Stripe Head of Commerce Sean Wallace connects with NCB Group Chairman Michael Lee-Chin at the launch of the inaugural Challenge Cup football league.

Barbican Beach Bar played host to a landmark moment as the Popeyes Challenge Cup was officially launched in a spirited gathering of Jamaica’s football community, marking a new chapter in Jamaican football history.

Beyond the festivities, the launch event laid the groundwork for a month of high-stakes football. Organisers detailed the knock-out format and the diverse mix of competing teams, inspiring pride and anticipation among guests. The Challenge Cup introduces a thrilling knock-out format, inviting 25 teams, including top contenders from the Jamaica Football Championship and select squads from the Jamaica Premier League. Guests toasted the tournament’s launch and looked ahead to a month of unforgettable football moments.

Sponsor link up! From left: Lasco Category Manager Ayawna Morgan, Red Stripe Head of Commerce Sean Wallace, Popeyes Senior Brand Manager Tiffany Wiggan, Lasco Category Manager Marsha Lee Stewart, Operations Officer at Konnexx Sherrian Douglas and Best Dressed Chicken Brand Manager Arielle Oliver stand proud as the official sponsors of the Challenge Cup.
Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) Marketing Manager Avery Campbell celebrates the kickoff of Jamaica’s newest football tournament.
JFF President Michael Ricketts joins the festivities at the Challenge Cup launch event with a cold Red Stripe Sorrel beer.
We got the chance to catch up with General Manager of the Sports Development Fund (SDF), Alan Beckford who delivered remarks on behalf of Minister Olivia ‘Babsy’ Grange.
Social media Content Creator Thunder TV did not miss out on the fun surrounding this exciting venture for the football landscape.
CEO of Smith Warner, Jamel Banton brings the energy in the newly launched Jamaica 26 x Bob Marley home adidas jersey.
Content Creator Jordan Thompson knows how to kick back with Red Stripe.
PR Specialist Kemisha Anderson, soaks in the excitement at the Challenge Cup launch and mingle at Barbican Beach Bar.
The roll call for football fans didn’t miss Sports Content Creator Azari Barnett.

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