Jamaican goal keeper Amal Knight has inked a deal with American soccer team Lexington Sports Club.

The announcement was made yesterday (January 11) on the club’s Twitter page, where they welcomed the 29-year-old to the team.

Knight was aone of the first to be signed by the Kentucky-based league and has many years of experience playing both locally and internationally.

Born in 1993, the Jamaican has appeared in several matches throughout his football career, playing 11 FIFA matches for small island since 2018. He has also played for Harbour View Football Club, where he made 19 appearances in 2022, UWI Football Club and the San Diego Loyal.

“To be one of the first singing means that the coaching staff think highly of me, so I’ll do my utmost to reward the organization and the fans,” Knight said. “Being a part of this organization, I hope to create special memories and to set a standard for the club in years to come.”

Knight continued: “The ultimate team goal is to make it into the playoffs, as we’re not here to just participate but to win a championship. I want to create an atmosphere in the locker room where we are a family and that we stick together as a unit throughout the entire season, which will help us to push each other daily in our sessions so we can get the right results on the pitch.”

With his history in the international scene Head Coach Sam Stockley says he will made a great addition to the team.

“He has the type of great character we look for in players and is a fantastic locker room presence. On the pitch, Amal has great distribution and is a wonderful shot stopper. He brings a calm and composed demeanor, and will also help set the standard with his work ethic.”