Cayman players Travel to Tobago clinic

Victor Thompson, left, and Molly Kehoe won spots to particpate in a football clinic in Tobago over the weekend.

Two Cayman Island footballers were among the 28 young players chosen from a field of nearly 700 to participate in the Flow Skills Ultimate Football Experience Grand Finale March 23-25 in Port of Spain, Trinidad.

Molly Kehoe, 13, was singled out as one of the most promising players of the event. Victor Thompson, 15, was the winner of the 14-16 age group.

Molly, who often has to compete with boy players, said she was particularly happy there were two other girls at the event.

“I am excited because I can compare myself to the other two girls from different countries,” she was quoted as saying.

The Trinidad clinic was run by personnel from the world-famous Manchester United club. Legendary Manchester United player Dwight Yorke, of Tobago, worked with the players at the St. Joseph’s Convent Ground, helping them to improve their techniques.

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Officials said having Manchester United’s participation helps with development both for the player and the local coaches.

The Caribbean Football Union has recognized and endorsed the program.