Marc Stamp, STAR Writer

Harbour View Football Club's Kemar 'Taxi' Lawrence and Brian 'Rambo' Brown have landed deals in the United States of America.

New York Red Bulls of Major League Soccer (MLS) signed 22-year-old Reggae Boyz left back Lawrence after a two-week trial.

The deal was co-ordinated by Global Premier Management, FIFA agent Damani Ralph and the MLS. "It is a big step in the right direction, and thanks to all my teammates, coaches, club, agent, family and friends. It was possible because they stuck around and kept their prayers going day after day," Lawrence said in a release from Harbour View FC.

Big dreams

"I always say that my dreams are bigger than the environment I am in, so now that I am in a new environment, I have got to prove that my dreams are still bigger. I am really thankful and I always end by saying my God lives and I believe He's gonna take me places beyond my wildest imagination," he said.

In a statement on its website New York Red Bulls said they were delighted to add Lawrence to the club. Sporting director Ali Curtis said: "He is a promising young player with experience at a big club in Jamaica and with the national team. His style of play fits with what we're trying to establish here." The terms of the deal were not disclosed. Meanwhile, Brown is awaiting his visa and is expected to join Indy Eleven this month in time for the 2015 North American Soccer League Spring Season opener on April 4, at the Atlanta Silverbacks.

"I'm really happy to be joining Indy Eleven and can't wait to meet my new teammates. I am looking forward to a great season, both for myself and Indy Eleven," the 23 year-old Brown said.

The Indy Eleven president and general manager, Peter Wilt, said the club is eagerly awaiting Brown's arrival.

"Brian Brown is a rising star who is an exciting addition not just for Indy Eleven, but for the North American Soccer League," Wilt said.

"Our staff got some great feedback on Brian from Mike Sorber and Jim Curtin in Philadelphia, and major credits also to agent Ralph for helping to get the deal finalised," he added.

Harbour View's general manager, Clyde Jureidini, says the club expects both players to do their best and be successful. "We expect them to progress on the international stage," Jureidini said.