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Our national netballers deserve all possible support


Published on 2024-11-30 06:35:10 - Terrence Williams, N@N
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  • By winning the inaugural competition, Jamaica took the Rhone Hornsby Trophy, which honours legendary Jamaican sports administrator and former national player Ms Molly Rhone, as well as Ms Jean Hornsby, an Englishwoman who is said to have broken barriers as the first black player to represent her country.

The article from the Jamaica Observer discusses the need for increased support for Jamaica's national netball team, the Sunshine Girls, as they prepare for the upcoming Netball World Cup. It highlights the team's recent performance, including a commendable showing at the Commonwealth Games, and emphasizes the importance of adequate funding, training facilities, and coaching staff to enhance their competitiveness on the global stage. The piece calls for corporate sponsorship, government assistance, and public support to ensure the team has the resources needed to excel, pointing out that netball, a sport with significant cultural importance in Jamaica, deserves the same level of attention and investment as other sports. The article also touches on the potential for netball to inspire young athletes and contribute to national pride.

Read the Full The Jamaica Observer Article at:
[ https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2024/11/30/national-netballers-deserve-possible-support/ ]
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