Dear Editor,

Football is freedom. Football is passion. One may even dare to say, football is love.

Anyone who was at the Catherine Hall Sports Complex on Sunday would agree with all the above. The surreal vibes, the insurmountable energy, the unbelievable tension and the nerve-racking intensity within the confines of the arena contributed to an astoundingly epic experience. A highly buoyant, partisan, Montegonian crowd turned out to witness what was to be a truly memorable and historic event.

After 90 pulsating minutes of footballing ‘combat’, Montego Bay’s gladiators stood tall. They rose as kings in this game of thrones. They overcame all comers, and all obstacles, to make the Red Stripe Premier League (RSPL) title their own. My deepest sympathies are extended to Portmore United. They performed valiantly and equally contributed to making the contest a wonderful spectacle.

The equaliser, which came from the foot of Michael Binns, was worthy of any Cup final. However, MoBay United’s second, and the game’s final goal, was absolutely priceless. At that single moment, in that specific period of the time continuum, Dino Williams was greater than Dino Baggio, Dino Zoff, Ronaldinho, and every other individual who ever had those four letters assembled in their first name.

The scenes of euphoria and pandemonium were breathtaking. As a result of their heroics, this 2015-2016 Montego Bay United outfit will forever be etched in the annals of history. Our team. Our scheme. It would be quite inadequate of me to conclude this piece without recognising the effort and tireless commitment of the new premier league champions’ outspoken chairman, Mr Orville Powell.

The enigmatic maverick has played an enormous role in revolutionising the fortunes of western Jamaican football. To you, sir, I say thank you. As the curtains of the local football stage come to a close, and the numerous, empty Red Stripe bottles are returned, we can safely say the name ‘Montego Bay United’ is not one to play with.

This season is now finished. When fans, critics, and neutrals alike utter the name of the 2015-2016 RSPL champions, they better put some respect on it! Thank you very much, MBU, for the overwhelming joy and the priceless memories created en route to claiming this year’s premiership crown. Also, all the best to Granville FC which will be joining the big boys next season.

Sunil Reid

sunil.b.reid@hotmail.com