Sierra Leone’s Jay Tee Kamara has returned to the USA, joining the Portland Hearts of Pine after leaving the Swedish club Sandvikens IF. He spent one of his two seasons playing in the Swedish Second Division.
“I’m excited to be a part of the first-ever team in Portland, Maine, and I’m looking forward to bringing joy and excitement to all our supporters,” Kamara said.
Jay Tee’s soccer journey began in the vibrant streets of Sierra Leone, where he was born. He first honed his skills with Alaska FC in Sierra Leone before taking a significant step by moving to the United States to attend Montverde Academy in Florida.
In 2021, Jay Tee signed with Louisville City FC in the USL Championship. That same year, he was loaned to North Carolina FC in USL League One, where he made an immediate impact, recording 21 appearances and scoring 4 goals. In 2022, Jay Tee moved to Columbus Crew 2, where he played a pivotal role in the team’s inaugural season in MLS Next Pro.
In 2023, Jay Tee embarked on a European journey, joining Swedish side Ljungskile SK. Over two seasons, he appeared in 42 matches, scoring 8 goals and solidifying his reputation as a versatile midfielder.
Internationally, Jay Tee represented Sierra Leone at both the U-23 and U-20 levels, showcasing his skills as a left-footed midfielder on the global stage. He now continues his career in Maine with the Hearts of Pine.
Sierra Leone's Jay Tee Kamara has returned to the USA joining @hearts_sc Hearts after leaving Swedish side Sandvikens IF, where he spent one of his two seasons in the Swedish Second Division.
— Alie Bittar (@bittar32) January 24, 2025
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