Inaugural Jamaica Cup to Bring World-Class Tennis to Montego Bay
- Kyla Brown
- Sep 18
- 2 min read
Four-Day Tournament will feature Pros Brooksby and McHale, Howard University Tennis, and Jamaican National Players
Montego Bay, Jamaica (Sept. 18, 2025) — The Jamaica Cup is set to make its highly anticipated debut at Half Moon on Nov. 13–16, 2025, bringing together top professional tennis talent, collegiate athletes, and local players for a four-day tournament that showcases the best of Jamaican culture.
The tournament will feature four professional players, including Jenson Brooksby (career-high ATP singles ranking of World No. 33), Christina McHale (career-high WTA singles ranking of World No. 24 and doubles ranking of No. 35), and Jamaican standout Blaise Bicknell, alongside the Howard University Tennis Team and men and women from Team Jamaica.
“As a Jamaican, playing in the inaugural Jamaica Cup is truly meaningful to me,” Bicknell said. “It’s an honor to help showcase the incredible talent and culture we have here in Jamaica. I’m looking forward to competing, meeting the fans, and being part of this special event for Jamaican tennis.”
Fans can look forward to a mix of high-level competition, exhibition matches, and unique opportunities to engage directly with the players. In addition, the Jamaica Cup will host a Pro-Am, allowing participants to play alongside professional players, as well as a VIP Player Party, providing an exclusive chance to meet and dine with tennis stars.
“The Jamaica Cup is a unique event that brings together professionals, collegiate players, and the local tennis community — and I’m thrilled to be a part of it,” McHale said. “Tennis is all about connecting with fans and inspiring the next generation, and I can’t wait to experience Jamaica’s amazing hospitality.”
The Jamaica Cup is committed to community engagement, offering numerous opportunities to inspire the next generation of tennis players while celebrating the island’s vibrant culture.
“The Jamaica Cup is more than a tournament — it’s an opportunity to showcase Jamaica as a premier destination for world-class tennis while engaging our local community,” said Ben Goldsmith, Tournament Director. “We’re thrilled to bring together international pros, collegiate talent, and homegrown players for an event that highlights the beauty, talent, and spirit of Jamaica.”
Packages and event information are available at JamaicaCup.com.
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About the Jamaica Cup The Jamaica Cup, produced by KM Sports Entertainment and promoted by LINK Strategic Partners (the official communications and engagement partner), is an international invitational tennis tournament that combines world-class competition with community engagement, proudly hosted at Half Moon. The participation of Howard University is proudly supported by Events DC (the official sports and convention authority for Washington, DC). The event is designed to showcase community-based, non-extractive sporting experiences, celebrating Jamaica as a premier destination, and providing unique opportunities for local players, collegiate athletes, and fans to connect with top-tier tennis talent. Contact: Sheena Pegarido or Jae Early, media@linksp.com