Wolmers’ Boys

Paul Young

Wolmers’ Boys

Paul Young represented Wolmers’ (Boys) in the Manning Cup competition from 1984-1988 and served as the captain in 1986. Paul had the honour of captaining the 1986 All-Manning team and also represented the Jamaica All-Schools (Juvenile) team. He went on to play for Syracuse University from 1989- 1992, earning All-American honors in 1992.

Professionally, Paul played for Charleston Battery from 1993 – 1995, and 1998 (USL) and also for the Columbus Crew (MLS) in 1996. He enjoyed stints with Hazard/Portmore United in 1994 and 2002/03, when they were National Premier League (NPL) champions. Paul Young earned 86 National caps and is one of the most prolific goal scorers to represent Jamaica, evidenced by the 28 goals he scored including 3 goals in World Cup qualifying games.