Canada’s men and their newly formed U19s have been in Jamaica this week preparing for a doubleheader against their hosts tomorrow, Saturday, at the University of West Indies MONA Bowl. The junior international will kick off at 1pm (local time) with the senior encounter for world ranking points following at 3pm.

Wolverines skipper Rhys Jacks (pictired), currently with Whistler Wolves in Canada's expanding domestic competition. will also coach the U19s beforehand in their first-ever hit out.

“This is a huge step forward and a massive opportunity for some young Wolverines to start developing their rugby league careers," Jacks said.

Jamaica U19M (squad): Chadwick Brown, Demarco Mckenzie, Jahzeel Francis, Kwesi Shannon, Shamar Walker, Tevez Tullocj, Timarri Johnson, Tyreke Hutchinson (Bulls), Aldane Eccleston, Nathaniel McDonald, Shadre Dixon, Shaiem Josephs (Cats), Joshua Brandon (Liguanea Dragons), Alex Williamson, Luke Elliott, Oniel Williams (RedSharks U-19- Dragons), Brandon Gordon, Shavaughn Smith, Shevaughn Smith (Thundercats)

Canada U19M (squad): Miguel Smith (Brampton Beavers), Jack Smart (Brantford Harlequins), Alex Paddle (Brit Lions RC), Doug Howard (Leichhardt Wanderers), Blake Marshall (The Southport School, Gold Coast), Oliver Lenahan, Wyatt Klasen (Valley Vipers), Blake Pollock, Brady Nooski, Cameron Seed, Josh Wheeler, Michael Chandler, Otis Long Hei Chan, Will August (Whistler Wolves)