Jamaica Premier League leaders Montego Bay United have finally been able to bring Saint Lucian internationals Vino Barclett and Melvin Doxilly into the squad, after months of uncertainty. The club made the announcement via their social platforms on Thursday, April 23.
“Signed January 2026, Vino Barclett and Melvin Doxilly are now part of Montego Bay United for the current season,” said the club statement. “While administrative matters surrounding their eligibility continue, we welcome them into the squad.”
The versatile Doxilly has captained the Piton Boyz and won the JPL trophy with Mount Pleasant FA, both as a defender and as a midfielder. MBU are excited to have him aboard.
“Now he’s bringing that grit, versatility, and championship mentality to MBU. Watch him shut down attacks, rally the squad, and boost our title hopes this season!”
Barclett, meanwhile, is Saint Lucia’s first-choice goalkeeper and has been acclaimed as the region’s top custodian after helping Cavalier SC win their first Caribbean Cup title. “As a Caribbean Cup Champion with over 100 appearances and 43 clean sheets for Cavalier SC, Vino has proven himself as one of the Caribbean’s finest goalkeepers,” said MBU.
“After overcoming transfer delays, he now brings his shot-stopping pedigree, leadership, and international experience to MBU. Expect big saves, louder celebrations, and a wall you can’t break through!”
Barclett and Doxilly have been teammates since their early teens, playing together for the national team and then for Cavalier SC, with whom they enjoyed success in the JPL. The players were represented by their lawyer, Canada-based Andrew Werners of Pitchside Sports Consulting.
Another Saint Lucian player, young forward Kegan Caull, has been playing for MBU over the past three months. There are two other Saint Lucians currently in the JPL: goalkeeper Darren Donaie at Molynes United and right back Alvinus Myers at Spanish Town FC.
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