Harbour View FC
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Harbour View Football Club is a Jamaican football club based in Kingston that currently plays in the top flight Jamaica Premier League.
Harbour View F.C. is nicknamed the Stars of the East or Easters and play their home games at Harbour View Stadium.
History
Founded by Vin Blaine along with the Harbour View community in the 1960s, the professional club, Harbour View F.C, was officially established on March 4, 1974. Then, 25 years later, the club was officially incorporated as a limited liability company and was the first Jamaica football club to become incorporated.
Harbour View F.C. has developed a reputation for being the first in Jamaica in many aspects. The Stars of the East became the first club to have an official website, and the first to build a world-class football stadium. Ricardo Gardner was the inaugural Jamaica Premier League player to transfer to a major European league after joining the Bolton Wanderers in 1998. Club management is also setting the pace in bringing true professionalism to Jamaica's football landscape. In addition, at the beginning of the 2006 season, the club's equipment was sponsored by Adidas. The club generates revenue through sponsorships, match tickets, and other businesses such as stadium bars and Western Union.
Known for their blue and white striped jerseys, Harbour View FC has a strong fan base and a reputation for playing an exciting and attacking style of soccer. The team plays their home matches at the Harbour View Mini Stadium, which has a capacity of 7,000 spectators.
Harbour View FC has won multiple national championships and has also had success in international competitions, including the CONCACAF Champions League. The team has produced several talented players who have gone on to represent Jamaica at the international level.
With a rich history and a commitment to developing young talent, Harbour View FC continues to be a powerhouse in Jamaican soccer and a source of pride for the local community.