"Kudos to the Jamaica women’s football team for reaching their second successive World Cup. When this column was being written, they were yet to play Canada in the semi-finals. Irrespective of the outcome, the Reggae Girlz have done Jamaica proud and brought back fervour and excitement to more than just the diehard fans.

... The inspiration given by the Jamaica women’s football team must spread beyond the sport in Jamaica. But insofar as they are concerned, it is time for some permanency to be brought to their management structure, support staff, and financial support if they are to continue to climb the ladder.

... Let us support their efforts, not just by cheering them during the World Cup, but also by helping them along afterwards with whatever support we can offer individually, collectively, or corporately." - Dr. Akshai Mansingh

Read more in this Sport Pulse column in the Jamaica Gleaner here